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Thai Peanut Chicken

Creamy Thai Peanut Chicken for Easy Crockpot Comfort

This Thai Peanut Chicken recipe offers a savory, creamy dish made easy with the crockpot, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Creamy peanut butter Star ingredient for rich flavor
  • 1 can Coconut milk Light coconut milk for fewer calories
  • ¼ cup Soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced Ground ginger can be substituted
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Use garlic powder if fresh unavailable
  • to taste Red pepper flakes Adjust for desired heat
For Garnish and Serving
  • Chopped green onions For garnishing
  • Crushed peanuts Omit for nut-free version
  • Cooked rice or noodles Use quinoa for a gluten-free option

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim excess fat from chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced ginger, and garlic until smooth.
  3. Place chicken pieces in the crockpot, spread evenly, and pour the peanut sauce over, ensuring every piece is coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
  5. Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks, stirring to absorb more sauce.
  6. Serve the chicken over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions and crushed peanuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure even cooking by cutting chicken into uniform pieces and avoid lifting the lid while cooking.

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