{"id":"1a80e6a8-990a-4c04-90dc-734727192ccb","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/1a80e6a8-990a-4c04-90dc-734727192ccb","source_url":"https://justworthi.com/slow-cooked-thai-peanut-chicken-a-crockpot-comfort-dish/","title":"Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken: A Crockpot Comfort Dish","description":"This flavorful and easy-to-make Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken combines tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, creamy peanut sauce with a hint of spice. Served over rice or noodles and garnished with fresh herbs and chopped peanuts, it's a delightful meal that brings the taste of Thai cuisine to your home.","servings":8,"servings_text":"8","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT4H30M","total_time":"PT4H40M","image_url":"https://justworthi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/8-10-225x225.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs","item":"boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs","quantity":1.5,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 cup canned coconut milk","item":"canned coconut milk","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"¾ cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)","item":"natural peanut butter","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup","preparation":"creamy or crunchy"},{"text":"3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce","item":"low-sodium soy sauce","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons honey","item":"honey","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar","item":"rice wine vinegar","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger","item":"freshly grated ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3 cloves garlic, minced","item":"garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced"},{"text":"½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)","item":"crushed red pepper flakes","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"adjust to taste"},{"text":"1 tablespoon lime juice","item":"lime juice","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)","item":"cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"optional, for thickening"},{"text":"Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish","item":"Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish"},{"text":"Chopped peanuts, for garnish","item":"Chopped peanuts, for garnish"},{"text":"Cooked rice or rice noodles, for serving","item":"Cooked rice or rice noodles, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice wine vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth."},{"number":2,"text":"Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated."},{"number":3,"text":"Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked."},{"number":4,"text":"Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, stirring it into the sauce."},{"number":5,"text":"If a thicker sauce is desired, stir in the cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water) and the lime juice. Cover and cook on high for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your liking."},{"number":6,"text":"Serve the Thai peanut chicken over cooked rice or rice noodles. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:11.644162+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:11.644162+00:00"}