Slow cooker peanut chicken is a delectable option for evening meals that require little to no preparation. It is a simple chicken dish that is loaded with taste and protein, and it only requires five minutes of preparation time. It is also drenched in a peanut sauce that is inspired by Thai cuisine.
When I am looking for a dinner that is simple and requires little effort on my part, I turn to this recipe for Peanut Chicken in a Slow Cooker. As is the case with my recipes for Hawaiian chicken and chicken curry, all you need to do is coat the ingredients in a delectable sauce, then place everything in a slow cooker and allow it to work its magic.
You will get a magnificent pot full of Thai peanut chicken that is brimming with rich and enticing tastes after a few hours have passed during the cooking process. Place the chicken, which is both tender and moist, on top of bowls of rice or noodles, and then dive in! You may be sure that the foodies and picky eaters in your life will adore trying it.
Recipe features
The chicken is so soft that it falls apart, and it is bathed in a luscious peanut sauce, leaving you with sensations that are on a whole other level.
It is a meal that requires little to no active participation from the cook, and it blends the ease of slow cooking with the robust and vivacious tastes of Thai cuisine.
Serving the peanut butter chicken on top of a bed of rice, noodles, or vegetables that have been steamed is the only way to make it taste even better.
Ingredients
Using boneless, skinless chicken breasts is my preferred method of preparation for this recipe. Not only are they delicious, but they also do not require an excessive amount of time to cook thoroughly. You are welcome to use boneless chicken thighs as an alternative because they are juicy and tasty; however, you should be aware that they will require a slightly longer amount of time to cook.
There are three aromatic vegetables that contribute texture and excellent savory flavors to this stir fry meal. These vegetables include garlic, bell peppers, and onions. You can use any color of bell pepper that you currently have in your kitchen; however, red bell peppers have a pleasant sweetness that goes well with the rich peanut sauce.
Peanut sauce: In order to prepare homemade Thai peanut sauce, you will need natural peanut butter that is either creamy or crunchy, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and chile garlic paste.
Step-by-step instructions
Step one is to put all of the ingredients into the slow cooker. After adding the garlic, onion, and bell pepper to the slow cooker, the chicken breasts should be placed on top of the ingredients.
Make the peanut sauce as the second step. Peanut butter, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and chili garlic paste are all mixed together in a bowl with a whisk until they are completely incorporated.
Third, cook on a low heat. Proceed to cook the chicken after pouring the peanut sauce over it and covering it with the lid.
Step 4: Decorate and serve the dish. The lime juice and cilantro should be stirred in after the chicken has been cooked all the way through. Sprinkle additional cilantro and/or peanuts on top of the dish before serving it over rice or noodles. Have fun!
Tips and FAQs
Before putting the chicken in the slow cooker, you might want to consider searing it in a hot skillet first. It is because of this that the chicken acquires a surface that is crispy and caramelized, which in turn makes the meal more complex and crunchy.
Want a sauce that is creamier?
At the very end of the cooking process, include a bit of heavy cream or coconut milk into the sauce by stirring it in.
The night before you plan to cook this dish, chop the vegetables and create the peanut sauce. This will allow you to prepare it ahead of time. After storing them in separate containers that are airtight in the refrigerator, you can cook them the following day.
Is there a way to make it nut-free?
Indeed! Instead of using peanut butter, you can use seed butter, such as tahini or sunflower seed butter. This is all that is required of you. The flavors will be slightly altered as a result of them, but the final dish will still have the same characteristic of being creamy and nutty.
In place of chicken, what other options are there?
This recipe is wonderful with a wide variety of proteins, not just chicken, and it is definitely worth trying! Both shrimp and steak bites are excellent options to consider. An variation that is suitable for vegetarians is to use baked tofu or vegan “chicken.”
What is the best way to prepare this on the stovetop?
On the stovetop, prepare peanut chicken by sautéing the chicken and vegetables in a skillet or wok that has been greased until they have a light brown color around them. Place them on a plate at this point. In the meantime, prepare the peanut sauce and then pour it into the skillet that is currently empty. Allow it to reach the desired temperature before putting the chicken and vegetables back into the pan. First, toss everything together, then stir in the lime juice and cilantro, and finally, serve.
Are you able to prepare this in the oven?
Indeed! The chicken and diced vegetables should be placed in a baking dish, and then the peanut sauce should be poured over the top. Bake the chicken at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for twenty to twenty-five minutes, or until it is fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
What is a good complement to peanut chicken meals?
It is recommended that each portion of Thai chicken prepared in a slow cooker be served atop a solid bed of cooked rice, such as jasmine rice or coconut rice. There are also tasty options available, such as rice noodles or udon noodles. It is recommended that you serve it with vegetable-forward sides such as steamed broccoli, carrots, and a cool cucumber salad in order to round off the meal.
Leave a feedback below if you have tried out this dish and found it to be delicious. Thank you!
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