Description
A comforting and easy Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken dish that combines tender chicken with a rich peanut sauce, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In your slow cooker, combine 1 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup honey, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Mix thoroughly until the sauce is smooth.
- Add the Chicken: Add your 1.5 pounds of chicken thighs or breasts to the slow cooker. Make sure each piece is well coated in the delicious sauce.
- Choose Cooking Time: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook. You can choose low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Whichever you choose, you’ll be rewarded with tender, juicy chicken.
- Shred the Chicken: Once the cooking time is complete, shred the chicken right in the sauce. Use two forks or tongs to make this easy. Mix well to incorporate the chicken into the flavorful sauce.
- Final Seasoning: Before serving, taste the chicken and season with salt and pepper to your preference. This final step boosts the flavor, ensuring every bite is just right.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spoon the chicken and sauce over hot rice, and garnish with chopped green onions. Enjoy your warm, comforting meal with family or friends.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days, or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
