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Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken: Easy Recipe for Dinner Bliss

Paul
A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe for peanut chicken that is perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Asian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions for garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts for garnish
  • Cooked rice or quinoa for serving

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  • Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
  • Add the chicken broth to the slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  • Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and stir it back into the sauce.
  • Serve the peanut chicken over cooked rice or quinoa, and garnish with chopped green onions and peanuts.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
  • You can also substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different flavor profile.
Keyword Easy Dinner Recipe, Peanut Chicken Recipe, Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken