Low FODMAP Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

An easy, hands-off low FODMAP chicken curry recipe made in the slow cooker for a comforting weeknight meal.

If you're looking for an easy, set-it-and-forget-it low FODMAP dinner, this Slow Cooker Chicken Curry is a keeper. With just a few minutes of prep, you can stir the sauce together right in your slow cooker, add the chicken, and let it cook until tender.

I like to cube the chicken before cooking so it's ready to serve, but you can also leave the breasts or thighs whole and shred them just before eating - whatever's easiest for you!

While many curries rely on onion, garlic, and other high FODMAP ingredients, this version keeps it IBS-friendly without sacrificing flavor. It uses low FODMAP amounts of umami-rich canned tomatoes, creamy light coconut milk, fresh spinach, and curry powder made with low FODMAP ingredients.

Most spices in curry powder are low FODMAP, but always double-check the label and avoid blends with onion or garlic powder. I've listed three brands I use and enjoy in the recipe card.

Serve this curry over basmati rice (or your favorite variety) and finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or green onion tops for a comforting, flavorful, low-effort meal.

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Ingredients

To make this low FODMAP slow cooker chicken curry, add these ingredients to your shopping list:

• Canned diced tomatoes (I like fire-roasted) - 1 (15-ounce) can
• Canned light coconut milk - 1 (13.5-ounce) can
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon packed
• Curry powder (made with low FODMAP ingredients) - 2 teaspoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon grated
• Optional: Cayenne pepper - ⅛ teaspoon or to taste
• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs - 1.5 pounds
• Baby spinach - 1 cup (50 grams)

Serving suggestions:

• Basmati or brown rice - 5 cups cooked
• Fresh cilantro - 5 tablespoons chopped
• Green onion tops (green parts only) - 5 tablespoons sliced

Low FODMAP Notes

In this section, I share information for ingredients that are either frequently asked about or have suggested serving sizes to remain low FODMAP. We each have unique tolerance levels and nutritional needs. Please listen to your body (and, if possible, work with a FODMAP-trained dietitian) to determine what is best for you. For more low FODMAP serving size info, please refer to the Monash FODMAP app and FODMAP Friendly website or app.

Canned tomatoes have a low FODMAP serving of ½ cup or 100 grams. Larger servings contain higher amounts of fructose in excess of glucose.

Canned light coconut milk contains trace amounts of FODMAPs in reasonable amounts. This is different from full-fat canned coconut milk. The suggested low FODMAP serving size for canned light coconut milk is ¼ cup or 60 grams.

Brown sugar is low FODMAP in servings of ¼ cup or 40 grams.

Curry powder is low FODMAP in servings of 1 teaspoon (or 2 grams) according to Monash University. Some, but not all, curry powders contain onion and garlic. Monash does not specify whether the curry powders they tested contained onion or garlic. To err on the side of caution, I recommend purchasing (or making) a curry powder that does not contain these higher FODMAP ingredients. Simply Organic® Curry Powder is an example of a curry powder that does not contain onion or garlic.

Ground cumin is low FODMAP in servings of 1 teaspoon or 2 grams.

Ginger root is low FODMAP in servings of 1 teaspoon or 5 grams.

Ground cayenne pepper is low FODMAP in servings up to 1 teaspoon or 2 grams. Larger servings contain higher levels of the FODMAP, excess fructose. Chili peppers also naturally contain capsaicin, which can be a non-FODMAP IBS trigger for some people. Avoid if sensitive.

Spinach is low FODMAP in servings of 1 ½ cups or 75 grams. Larger servings contain higher amounts of fructans.

Low FODMAP Notes

In this section, I share information for ingredients that are either frequently asked about or have suggested serving sizes to remain low FODMAP. We each have unique tolerance levels and nutritional needs. Please listen to your body (and, if possible, work with a FODMAP-trained dietitian) to determine what is best for you. For more low FODMAP serving size info, please refer to the Monash FODMAP app and FODMAP Friendly website or app.

Canned tomatoes have a low FODMAP serving of ½ cup or 100 grams. Larger servings contain higher amounts of fructose in excess of glucose.

Canned light coconut milk contains trace amounts of FODMAPs in reasonable amounts. This is different from full-fat canned coconut milk. The suggested low FODMAP serving size for canned light coconut milk is ¼ cup or 60 grams.

Brown sugar is low FODMAP in servings of ¼ cup or 40 grams.

Curry powder is low FODMAP in servings of 1 teaspoon (or 2 grams) according to Monash University. Some, but not all, curry powders contain onion and garlic. Monash does not specify whether the curry powders they tested contained onion or garlic. To err on the side of caution, I recommend purchasing (or making) a curry powder that does not contain these higher FODMAP ingredients. Simply Organic® Curry Powder is an example of a curry powder that does not contain onion or garlic.

Ground cumin is low FODMAP in servings of 1 teaspoon or 2 grams.

Ginger root is low FODMAP in servings of 1 teaspoon or 5 grams.

Ground cayenne pepper is low FODMAP in servings up to 1 teaspoon or 2 grams. Larger servings contain higher levels of the FODMAP, excess fructose. Chili peppers also naturally contain capsaicin, which can be a non-FODMAP IBS trigger for some people. Avoid if sensitive.

Spinach is low FODMAP in servings of 1 ½ cups or 75 grams. Larger servings contain higher amounts of fructans.

Serving Suggestions:

Rice is generally considered a low FODMAP grain. Basmati, brown, red, and white rice have all been tested by Monash and are low FODMAP in servings up to 1 cup or 190 grams (cooked).

Cilantro is low FODMAP in servings of 1 cup or 16 grams.

Green onion tops - the green part of green onions - are low in FODMAPs and should be tolerated by most on the low FODMAP diet in servings up to ¾ cup or 75 grams. Be sure to avoid the white bulb, which is high in FODMAPs. Pro tip: use kitchen shears to quickly snip the tops into thin slices. Learn more → Low FODMAP Garlic and Onion Substitutes.

Rice is generally considered a low FODMAP grain. Basmati, brown, red, and white rice have all been tested by Monash and are low FODMAP in servings up to 1 cup or 190 grams (cooked).

Cilantro is low FODMAP in servings of 1 cup or 16 grams.

Green onion tops - the green part of green onions - are low in FODMAPs and should be tolerated by most on the low FODMAP diet in servings up to ¾ cup or 75 grams. Be sure to avoid the white bulb, which is high in FODMAPs. Pro tip: use kitchen shears to quickly snip the tops into thin slices. Learn more → Low FODMAP Garlic and Onion Substitutes.

Instructions

To make this easy Low FODMAP chicken curry, simply:

In the slow cooker, combine the diced tomatoes, coconut milk, brown sugar, curry powder, cumin, grated ginger, and salt. Stir in the coconut milk until smooth and well blended.

Add the diced chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it evenly with the sauce.

Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is tender.

During the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the spinach and cook until just wilted. Adjust flavor with additional salt and optional cayenne pepper, if desired.

Serve the curry over cooked rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced green onion tops.

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended; the texture of the coconut milk can turn grainy.

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