Dinner

Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken

Name: Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2/3 cup unsweetened canned coconut milk; 1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter; 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar; 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce, plus more for serving

A wonderfully easy and flavorful dish, this slow cooker Thai peanut chicken combines tender chicken thighs with a rich, savory, and slightly spicy peanut sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight meal, it delivers authentic Thai-inspired flavors with minimal effort.

Instructions

In a 6-quart or larger slow cooker, whisk together the coconut milk, chicken broth, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and salt until smooth.
Add the chicken thigh pieces to the slow cooker and toss to coat them thoroughly with the peanut sauce.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth slurry.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Stir in the lime juice and 1 tablespoon of Sriracha sauce.
Serve the Thai Peanut Chicken warm over rice or noodles, garnished with extra Sriracha, chopped peanuts, or fresh cilantro if desired.

This Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken is a fantastic way to enjoy a comforting and exotic meal with very little hands-on time. The slow cooker works its magic, transforming simple ingredients into a deeply flavorful and tender chicken dish bathed in a luscious peanut sauce. It’s a crowd-pleaser that brings the vibrant tastes of Thailand right to your dinner table.