Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken: Easy Weeknight Dinner (Print Version)

Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken delivers tender chicken in a rich, savory peanut sauce. A simple, hands-off recipe for a delicious weeknight meal with minimal effort.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 240 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 255 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Asian
Dietary: Dairy-Free

# Ingredients:

→ The Hearty Foundation

01 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Velvety Peanut Sauce

03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 2 tbsp rice vinegar
06 - 2 tbsp honey
07 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 tsp sriracha
09 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Aromatic Enhancers

10 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
12 - 1/2 yellow onion, diced
13 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

→ Fresh Finishes & Garnish

14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
15 - 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
16 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Season 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them in your slow cooker, ready for this delicious Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken: Easy Weeknight Meal. Add 4 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated, 1/2 yellow onion, diced, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes around the chicken.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp sriracha, and 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth until smooth. This forms the delicious base for your Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken: Easy Weeknight Meal.
03 - Pour the whisked peanut sauce evenly over the chicken and aromatics in the slow cooker. Ensure the chicken is well coated. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
04 - Cook on low for 4 hours (or high for 2-3 hours), or until the 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs are tender and easily shredded. The internal temperature should reach 165°F. This slow cooking process ensures a truly tender Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken: Easy Weeknight Meal.
05 - Carefully remove the cooked chicken thighs from the slow cooker and place them on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, stirring it into the sauce to coat thoroughly.
06 - If desired, for a thicker sauce, remove the lid and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes. Serve your Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken: Easy Weeknight Meal hot over rice or noodles.
07 - Garnish generously with 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, and 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts. Serve with 1 lime, cut into wedges, for a burst of fresh flavor.

# Notes:

01 - Serve this delicious peanut chicken over jasmine rice or noodles, and consider adding steamed broccoli or snap peas for a complete meal.
02 - Store any leftover Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It reheats beautifully!
03 - Adjust the 1 tsp sriracha and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level; omit for mild, or add more for extra heat.
04 - For a thicker sauce, after shredding the chicken, you can whisk 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and stir it into the sauce in the slow cooker. Cook on high for 15-20 minutes until thickened.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Slow cooker
02 - Measuring cups
03 - Measuring spoons
04 - Whisk
05 - Cutting board
06 - Knife
07 - Grater

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 472 kcal
Total Fat: 29 g
Total Carbohydrate: 17 g
Protein: 36 g

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