Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken
Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a rich and creamy peanut sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and cozy gatherings alike. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Serve it over rice or noodles to soak up all that delicious sauce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, and lime juice until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir gently to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks.
- Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with chopped peanuts or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider searing the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. - Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.