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Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken

Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken That Will Warm Your Soul

This Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken is a cozy recipe featuring tender chicken in a rich peanut sauce, perfect for delightful weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breast or thighs for juiciness
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter natural or creamy
  • 1 can Coconut Milk adds richness
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger or ground ginger in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or Red Curry Paste adjust for spice level
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Crushed Peanuts for crunch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, and sriracha until smooth.
  2. Place chicken breasts or thighs into the slow cooker and pour the peanut sauce over, ensuring the chicken is well-coated.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks or serve whole, mixing the sauce well.
  5. Serve in bowls topped with crushed peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor and adjust spice levels to personal preferences.

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