Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– ½ cup soy sauce
– ½ cup chicken broth
– ¼ cup honey
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for heat preference)
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 teaspoon ground coriander
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
– ½ cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
– Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken is straightforward. Follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, chicken broth, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
3. Combine: Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
5. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce.
6. Serve: Serve the chicken over cooked rice or noodles, garnishing with chopped green onions and peanuts.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly, allowing you to focus on enjoying the flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g