Crock Pot Peanut Chicken
Get ready to fall in love with the bold flavors of Crock Pot Peanut Chicken, a slow-cooked masterpiece that's as flavorful as it is easy to prepare. This recipe combines tender, shredded chicken breasts with a rich and creamy peanut sauce made from smooth peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, and a hint of sriracha for a subtle kick. Infused with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a splash of lime juice, this dish delivers a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. The crock pot does all the work, making it an ideal set-it-and-forget-it dinner option, while the final touch of chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro adds texture and freshness. Serve over fluffy steamed rice or noodles for a comforting meal the whole family will adore. Whether you're meal prepping, hosting, or just craving something indulgent, this recipe is a guaranteed hit. Keywords: crock pot peanut chicken, slow-cooked peanut chicken, easy crock pot dinner, peanut butter chicken recipe, flavorful chicken dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cups Smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 0.25 cups Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha or other hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 cups Chopped peanuts (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, grated ginger, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken in the crock pot, ensuring all pieces are coated.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the crock pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce in the crock pot and stir to coat.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the crock pot and stir well.
Cover and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
Serve the peanut chicken over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.5 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 965 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 541 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
