Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken
Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a creamy peanut sauce. This easy one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, allowing you to enjoy an aromatic kitchen while your slow cooker does the hard work. Serve it over rice or in lettuce wraps for a delightful twist that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime (approximately 2 tbsp)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the boneless chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and lime juice until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs and gently coat them.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken inside the slow cooker with two forks.
- Serve topped with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider searing the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option or add fresh vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for added crunch. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.