Creamy chicken, tender vegetables and a spicy curry sauce that can slowly develop flavor for hours: this slow cooker chicken curry is exactly the kind of recipe that makes a slow cooker so handy. Preparation takes little time and after that the slow cooker does almost all the work.

We use Hurry Curry as a flavoring. The mix gives the sauce an immediate full curry base and pairs well with chicken, coconut milk and vegetables. Feel free to make extra, because this chicken curry is also great for meal prep.

More ideas for slow cooking? Also check out our slow cooker recipes for busy days.

Slow cooker chicken curry in short

Serves: 4
Preparation: 15 minutes
Slow cooker: 5–6 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
Total time: about 6 hours
Difficulty: easy

Ingredients

• 600 g boneless chicken thigh
• 2 tbsp Hurry Curry
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 red bell pepper
• 2 carrots
• 200 g green beans
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 150 ml passata or strained tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated

Tender beef, a rich sauce and hardly having to watch the pan: this slow cooker stew is ideal for days when you want to eat well but don’t want to cook extensively. By letting the meat cook slowly for hours it becomes wonderfully tender and the spices have plenty of time to infuse the sauce.

For this version we use Beef BBQ Chief. The lightly smoky, spicy flavor pairs well with beef and gives the classic stew a slightly different twist. Nice with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes or simply a good piece of bread. More inspiration? Also check out our easy slow cooker recipes for busy days.

Slow cooker stew in brief

Serves: 4
Preparation: 20 minutes
Slow cooker: 7–8 hours on low or 4–5 hours on high
Total time: about 8 hours
Difficulty: easy

Ingredients

• 800 g beef chuck, rib or blade roast
• 2 tbsp Beef BBQ Chief spice mix
• 2 large onions
• 2 carrots
• 250 g mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp coarse mustard
• 350 ml beef stock
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter for frying

A meal that quietly simmers while you do other things: that is exactly why the slow cooker is so useful. You put the ingredients in the pot, add herbs and spices and then let the slow cooker do most of the work. Ideal for busy weekdays, meal prep or days when you want a nice meal but don't feel like spending a long time in the kitchen.

From creamy curry and braised beef to pulled chicken, soup and vegetarian bean stew: you can make much more in a slow cooker than just classic stews. In addition, herbs have plenty of time to release their flavor during the slow cooking.

On this page we collect our favorite slow cooker recipes, practical tips and ideas for spice mixes that go well with slowly cooked dishes. We will continue to add new recipes to this page.

What is a slow cooker?

A slow cooker is an electric pot that allows dishes to cook for several hours at a relatively low temperature. Instead of constantly stirring and checking, you put the ingredients in the pot and let the dish cook