Country Captain For The Slow Cooker Recipe

Embark on a culinary journey with this slow cooker Country Captain recipe, a historical dish with Indian roots and a Southern U.S. twist! This isn't your average crockpot meal; it involves a bit more prep for an explosion of flavor. Adapted from Cook's Country Magazine (April 2006), this recipe boasts a rich blend of spices and the sweetness of mango chutney, creating a truly unforgettable experience. Don't skip any steps – the subtle nuances are key to its deliciousness. I use my own mango chutney recipe (#134246), but Major Grey's is a fine substitute. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this authentic taste of history!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 325 mins
Calories 364.6 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Country Captain For The Slow Cooker

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How to Make Country Captain For The Slow Cooker

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Brown chicken on both sides for about 10 minutes.
  2. Remove chicken to a platter and let cool slightly. Remove and discard the skin.
  3. Place chicken in your slow cooker.
  4. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the skillet. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 1 bell pepper, chopped, with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add 1 ½ cups chicken broth, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and 2 tablespoons tomato paste. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook and stir until slightly thickened and smooth, about 3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup mango chutney (recipe #134246 or Major Grey's), 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  7. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.
  9. Before serving, stir gently. Serve over white rice.
  10. Garnish with ½ cup shredded coconut and ¼ cup sliced almonds.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

29g

Carbs

5g