Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of slow cooker peanut chicken, where tender chicken meets a luscious and creamy peanut sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, enjoy a delightful meal that leaves everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 13 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup creamy unsweetened peanut butter
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
- Sauté minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Transfer to the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and chili flakes until smooth.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, ensuring an even coating.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender enough to shred easily.
- Shred the chicken in the pot before serving and top with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. You can also substitute coconut milk with heavy cream or mix in vegetables like bell peppers for extra nutrition.