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Cozy crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken dish served in a bowl

Thai Peanut Chicken

A delightful and comforting Thai peanut chicken dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy peanut sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts Skinless and boneless for a leaner meal.
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Use natural peanut butter without added sugars.
  • 1 cup coconut milk Full-fat coconut milk provides the richest flavor.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Tamari or low-sodium soy sauce for alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to heat preference.
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in your slow cooker, trimming off any excess fat.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken to coat it well.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender.
  2. Using two forks, shred the chicken right in the sauce and mix well to soak up the flavors.
Serving
  1. Serve over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For thicker sauce, remove lid during the last hour of cooking.