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Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken

Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken – A Creamy Comfort Feast

Experience the rich flavors of Slow-Cooked Thai Peanut Chicken, a creamy and nutritious dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 can light coconut milk
  • 0.5 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste adjust for desired heat
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger finely grated
  • 3 cloves minced garlic fresh is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
For the Chicken & Veggies
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 2 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 whole red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 whole yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas for stirring in
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or lemon juice
  • 4 cups prepared brown rice for serving
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In your 6-quart slow cooker, whisk together the light coconut milk, peanut butter, red curry paste, fish sauce, and coconut sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the fresh ginger, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes, mixing thoroughly.
  3. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to the slow cooker along with the butternut squash, red bell pepper, and onion. Stir to coat with the sauce.
  4. Cover and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or low for 5 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
  5. About 30 minutes before cooking is complete, stir in the frozen peas and cover again to heat through.
  6. Drizzle with lime juice before serving over brown rice and top with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the dish to rest after cooking for enhanced flavors. Fresh ingredients provide the best taste.

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