Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe that brings the flavors of Thai cuisine into your home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir the sauce.
- Serve garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or noodles.
- Adjust the heat level to your preference by modifying the red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken