Coconut and Turmeric Slow Cooker Caribbean Chicken Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A rich and fragrant Caribbean-inspired chicken stew slow-cooked with coconut milk, turmeric, and warming spices for tender, flavorful meat. This Caribbean-inspired slow-cooker recipe, ready in about 375 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, coconut milk, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 large, diced onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp allspice
• 1 whole, pierced (optional) scotch bonnet pepper
• 2 medium, sliced carrots
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a slow cooker, place 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, 1 large diced onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 1 tsp turmeric powder, and 1/2 tsp allspice. Pour in 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk and add 1 whole pierced scotch bonnet pepper for heat (optional).
2. Step 2: Add 2 medium sliced carrots and 1 medium diced red bell pepper. Season with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and falling off the bone.
4. Step 4: Remove the scotch bonnet pepper carefully. Stir in 2 tbsp lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
5. Step 5: Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite grain.