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Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken That Melts in Your Mouth

Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken That Melts in Your Mouth

A family-friendly and customizable dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy peanut sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Freshness ensures optimal flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Almond butter can be a tasty substitute.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Opt for light coconut milk for a lighter version.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium soy sauce can help reduce saltiness.
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is best, but garlic powder works too.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated) Ground ginger is a quick alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha or Chili Flakes Adjust the amount for desired spice level.
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice or Rice Noodles Quinoa or cauliflower rice can be considered.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Peanuts Cashews can be a nice alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Green Onions (chopped) Feel free to omit if desired.
  • 2 Lime Wedges Lemon wedges are a good alternative.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and Sriracha until smooth and well-combined.
  2. Transfer the sauce into your crockpot, ensuring it covers the bottom evenly. Nestle the boneless, skinless chicken into the peanut sauce, making sure each piece is fully coated.
  3. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on Low for 6-7 hours or on High for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
  4. Once cooking time is complete, shred the chicken right in the crockpot and mix it back into the creamy peanut sauce.
  5. Ladle the Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken over jasmine rice or noodles, garnished with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro or green onions, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 36gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cut your chicken into similar sizes for even cooking. Adjust sweetness or heat in the sauce by tasting before adding to the crockpot. For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Leftovers can last up to 3 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

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