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slow cooker Thai peanut chicken recipe

Busy cooks, rejoice! Slow cooker recipes have changed how we cook. They offer great taste with little prep, making this Thai dish a hit. Just add ingredients to your slow cooker and relax.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (protein source)
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger minced
  • 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker (primary kitchen appliance)
  • Measuring cups for precise ingredient portions
  • Mixing bowl for sauce preparation
  • Whisk for blending sauce ingredients
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp kitchen knife

Method
 

  1. Whisk sauce ingredients in mixing bowl
  2. Place chicken in slow cooker
  3. Pour sauce over chicken
  4. Cook on low for 6 hours
  5. Shred chicken using two forks
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro