Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken
Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy peanut sauce. The slow cooking process melds flavors perfectly, creating an irresistible meal that delights your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this dish pairs seamlessly with rice or noodles and garnishes beautifully with fresh herbs. Experience the warmth of home-cooked goodness with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Finely chop garlic and ginger; trim excess fat from chicken.
- Create the sauce: In a bowl, mix peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes until smooth.
- Add to slow cooker: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the peanut sauce over them, ensuring even coating.
- Set it to cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken shreds easily.
- Shred and serve: Shred chicken in the pot using two forks; mix well and serve warm over rice or noodles with garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 478
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 454mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, top with crushed peanuts or crispy shallots. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option. Enhance nutrition by adding bell peppers or spinach during cooking.