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Jennifer Johnson

Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken: A Flavorful Delight Awaits!

A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe for peanut chicken that combines tender chicken thighs with a creamy peanut sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic about 6 cloves
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts for garnish
  • Cooked rice or quinoa for serving

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  3. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and stir to combine with the sauce.
  6. Serve the peanut chicken over cooked rice or quinoa, and garnish with chopped green onions and peanuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
  • Substitute the chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli during the last hour of cooking for added nutrition.

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