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Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken

Delicious Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken for Effortless Family Dinners

Enjoy this easy Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken, a flavorful dinner solution that brings comfort and warmth to your family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2-3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts for tenderness
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter provides creaminess and rich nutty flavor
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce adds umami and saltiness
  • 0.25 cup honey offers natural sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar or lime juice brings acidity
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil enhances flavor profile
  • 4 cloves minced garlic adds aromatic depth
  • 2 teaspoons grated ginger infuses warmth and complexity
  • 1 pinch chili flakes adds desired heat
  • 0.5 cup water or broth dilutes the sauce
  • 1 cup coconut milk optional for richness

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, vinegar or lime juice, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili flakes, and water or broth until smooth.
  2. Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker and pour the peanut sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is covered. Toss gently to coat.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
  5. Serve the Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken with toppings such as crushed peanuts, cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds, alongside jasmine rice or coleslaw.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider searing chicken for deeper flavor, and prepare the peanut sauce the night before for easier cooking. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days.

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