Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes

Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken finished in the slow cooker

Few things beat walking into the kitchen and smelling Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken where boneless, skinless chicken thighs, creamy peanut butter, and soy sauce have been simmering all afternoon. This slow cooker thai peanut chicken fits a packed schedule and still tastes like you put in the effort.

With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Easy Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken

This recipe features chicken thighs slow-cooked in a savory peanut sauce made with peanut butter, soy sauce, and spices. The cooking process takes about 6-8 hours on low heat and serves 4-6 people.

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup coconut milk
Chopped green onions and crushed peanuts for garnish
Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
Add Chicken to Slow Cooker: Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the peanut sauce over the top, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.

Add Coconut Milk: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the coconut milk to add creaminess to the sauce.
Serve: Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it into the sauce. Serve over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with chopped green onions and crushed peanuts.