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Plate of Thai Peanut Chicken with garnishes

Thai Peanut Chicken

A creamy and flavorful dish that is easy to make in a crockpot, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts Boneless, skinless preferred
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toast before adding for better flavor
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Add more if consistency is thick
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • as needed Rice or noodles for serving

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a crockpot, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and chicken broth. Stir until everything is well mixed.
  2. Add the chicken into the sauce, making sure it gets nicely coated.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken right in the sauce and give it a good mix.
  6. Serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

This dish keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months. Store in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, adding a splash of broth if it seems too thick. Try adding veggies for extra crunch!