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Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken

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This Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make comfort food recipe featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy Thai-inspired peanut sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s a dump-and-go dish that delivers bold, spicy-sweet flavor with minimal effort. Serve it over rice, noodles, or veggies for a complete meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 to 2 lbs (700–900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup unsweetened natural peanut butter (creamy)
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1–2 teaspoons red chili flakes or Sriracha (to taste)
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk (optional for creaminess)
  • ½ cup water or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar or lime juice, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, chili flakes, water or broth, and coconut milk (if using).
  2. Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over the top. Toss to coat.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 2.5–3.5 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  4. Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker and stir to coat it fully in the sauce.
  5. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Notes

  • Thighs offer more juiciness, but breasts work well for a leaner option.
  • Add bell peppers or snap peas in the last hour for extra veggies.
  • Coconut milk adds creaminess but is optional—sub with more broth if omitted.
  • Garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, or lime wedges.
  • For a spicier kick, add extra chili flakes or a drizzle of Sriracha when serving.

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