Print

Creamy Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.7 from 367 reviews

This Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken simmered in a rich, creamy peanut butter sauce with savory soy and spices, perfect for a hands-off dinner that’s both hearty and comforting.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, ground ginger, smoked paprika, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  2. Combine ingredients in slow cooker: Place the chicken pieces in the slow cooker and pour the peanut sauce over the top, making sure each piece is coated.
  3. Cook until tender: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through, easily shredding with a fork.
  4. Serve and enjoy: Once cooked, gently stir the sauce to combine with the chicken, then serve over rice or noodles and garnish with fresh herbs or chopped peanuts if desired.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for more flavorful and juicy results; breasts work fine but may be less tender.
  • Adjust sweetness or saltiness by modifying honey and soy sauce quantities to taste.
  • Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to the slow cooker for a more complete meal.
  • If sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of water or chicken broth before serving.

Keywords: slow cooker chicken, peanut chicken, easy dinner, crockpot meal, creamy peanut sauce, healthy chicken recipe

Find it online: https://dylangranv.com/creamy-slow-cooker-peanut-chicken-recipe/