Slow Cooker Country Captain Chicken
Transform dinner into a comforting and flavorful experience with Slow Cooker Country Captain Chicken, a dish steeped in tradition and brimming with bold, aromatic flavors. Featuring tender, bone-in chicken thighs gently simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with curry powder, garlic, and a hint of sweetness from raisins, this recipe is a true celebration of Southern-inspired Indian fusion. The slow cooker technique ensures the chicken becomes irresistibly tender, while the addition of sautéed onions, bell peppers, and toasted almonds adds layers of texture and richness. Served over a fluffy bed of steamed rice and finished with fresh parsley, this one-pot meal is as easy as it is satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely family dinners, Slow Cooker Country Captain Chicken is an enticing choice for anyone seeking a hearty, flavorful dish without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons curry powder
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cups cooked rice
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Dust each thigh lightly with the all-purpose flour, shaking off the excess.
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and diced green bell pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and curry powder to the skillet, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, raisins, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is mostly submerged.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours (or HIGH for 2-3 hours) until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
Before serving, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the chicken and sauce over a bed of cooked rice. Garnish with toasted slivered almonds and chopped parsley for added texture and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.9 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 5338 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 350.1 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 25.1 mg | 139% | |
| Potassium | 3192 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
