In Chicago, winters tend to hit us harder after the holidays and when the new year rolls around. So, during this time, more than ever I crave anything hot, comforting and cozy. Now, with that being said...que all of the slow cooker meals. Especially this one! This dish is a triple threat and a must make ASAP! So, run don’t walk to get your jammies on and slow cooker prepped and ready.

Diving into a hearty bowl of this easy slow cooker Thai Coconut Curry Chicken and Mixed Vegetables will make all of your comforting cozy dreams come true during these cold winter months. Whenever I am craving Asian food, I am in need of something easy and I want something healthy, this is my go to meal. It hits the spot everytime. Not only is this visually appealing with its fresh vibrant colors it is so flavorful and healthy. This coconut based sauce is beyond delicious, I could seriously just drink every drop!

Speaking of the sauce, it is rich and creamy from the curry paste with a little bit of a kick. It also slightly tangy with the perfect amount of acidity from the lime juice and sweet yet savory from the coconut milk, coconut aminos and broth. It pairs well with white rice, noodles or is even enjoyable on its own.

Adding in vegetables to any dish automatically makes it healthy right? Right! Okay, that’s what I thought. When it comes to the vegetables, this is where you have the freedom to use your creativity and explore. You can truly incorporate any type of vegetable. You can stick with my personal favorites that I included in my recipe (which are highly recommended) or you can pick your favorite ones and mix and match.

My go to vegetables when it comes to Asian dishes is baby corn and water chestnuts. Both provide a nice crunch to the dish and although they are flavorless on their own, when they are added to the sauce it is a game changer. Then, I like to incorporate a green, so naturally I gravitate towards broccoli for the health benefits, the color and the texture. Last, the red pepper strips give the dish a little bit of sweetness and complete that visually appealing rainbow effect.

Did you make this? If so, make sure to tag and follow @prettyplatebymichelle on instagram or leave a comment below and let me know what you thought! I would love to see your Pretty Plate and hear from you!