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Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken

Savory Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken with a Twist

This Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken combines tender chicken and a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for cozy dinners or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts or Thighs Tender and juicy; thighs are richer in flavor while breasts are leaner.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Adds a delightful richness and sweetness.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Brings a creamy, tropical touch; opt for full-fat for richness.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Enhances umami flavor and balances sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar Sweetens the sauce; adjust based on preference.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Adds depth and aromatic flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger, grated Infuses warmth and spiciness.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha or Chili Flakes Adds a kick of heat; adjust based on spice tolerance.
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice or Rice Noodles The perfect base to soak up the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Peanuts Optional garnish for crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Green Onions, chopped Adds color and freshness.
  • 2 Limes For squeezing; provides tangy finish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and Sriracha until smooth.
  2. Transfer peanut sauce into the crockpot, spreading it evenly. Nestle chicken into the sauce, coating each piece well.
  3. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on Low for 6-7 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir it back into the sauce.
  5. Serve the peanut chicken over cooked rice or noodles, garnishing with peanuts and cilantro or green onions, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken in the peanut sauce overnight for deeper flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

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