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Thai Peanut Chicken

Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken: Comfort Food Made Easy

Indulge in this Thai Peanut Chicken, a slow cooker delight that's rich, creamy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or Breasts or substitute with turkey or plant-based options
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter natural preferred
  • 1 can Coconut Milk or low-fat coconut milk for lighter version
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or substitute with maple syrup or agave for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar as substitute
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger minced, or use ground ginger
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, or garlic powder in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes to taste
For Serving
  • 4 servings Cooked Rice or Noodles whole grain or gluten-free options
  • 1 bunch Green Onions sliced for garnish
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Peanuts for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Trim excess fat from chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  2. Mix Sauce: Combine peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  3. Layer in Crockpot: Place chicken in slow cooker and pour sauce over, ensuring chicken is well-coated.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
  5. Shred Chicken: Shred chicken in the slow cooker with two forks and stir to blend with sauce.
  6. Serve: Plate Thai Peanut Chicken over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and peanuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of coconut milk to maintain creaminess.

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