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Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe

Thai Peanut Chicken

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Thai Peanut Chicken is a delightful and creamy dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine right to your table. This easy slow cooker recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich peanut sauce made from creamy peanut butter and coconut milk, resulting in a comforting meal that’s perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. Simply toss the ingredients into the crockpot and let it do the work while you relax. Serve it over rice or noodles, and enjoy a satisfying dish that is sure to impress family and friends alike.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 6

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • Garnish: chopped green onions and crushed peanuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by trimming fat and cutting into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  3. Place chicken in the slow cooker and pour the peanut sauce over it.
  4. Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until tender (internal temperature of 165°F).
  5. Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks and mix well with the sauce.
  6. Serve over steamed rice or cooked noodles, garnished with green onions and crushed peanuts.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
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