Description
A delightful fusion of nutty, sweet, and savory flavors, this Thai Peanut Chicken is an unforgettable dish that can be made in a crockpot for tender, juicy chicken soaked in a rich sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat and cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
- Whisk the peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a bowl until smooth.
- Combine the chicken pieces in a crockpot and pour the peanut sauce over them.
- Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks and mix it with the sauce.
- Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with chopped green onions and crushed peanuts.
Notes
For added freshness, sprinkle with lime juice or cilantro before serving. This dish is customizable; adjust spiciness to preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg