Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken
This Thai Peanut Chicken is an effortless and flavorful weeknight dinner with a rich, creamy sauce. Simple prep and minimal cleanup make it a go-to favorite. Try it today!
Print Pin Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 330kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk (about half a can)
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped peanuts, cilantro, or green onions (or all three!)
Instructions
- Add the coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, ginger, and garlic to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir until well combined.
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and add them to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
- After cooking, stir in the lime juice and the cornstarch-water mixture.
- Let it cook for another 20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve topped with your choice of chopped peanuts, cilantro, or green onions.
Notes
Enjoy your delicious Thai-inspired meal!
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 393mg | Potassium: 620mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 3mg
