Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner
Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken is a quick, creamy dinner that’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfect peanut sauce. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Slow Cooker Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe and Easy Mediterranean Tuna Salad Recipe for Quick Dinner.
Why This Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy peanut sauce made in the crockpot
- Better than takeout flavor at home
- Easy cleanup with just one pot
What You'll Need for Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- peanut butter
- coconut milk
- soy sauce
- fish sauce
- brown sugar
- garlic
- ginger
- red bell pepper
- green onions
- peanut butter
- coconut milk
- soy sauce
- fish sauce
- brown sugar
- garlic
- ginger
- Optional: chopped peanuts
- Optional: sesame seeds
- Optional: chopped cilantro
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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How to Make Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Shred chicken and blend sauce if desired.
- Step 4: Stir in red bell pepper and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Garnish with green onions and serve over rice.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner
- Pro Tip: For a thicker sauce, blend the sauce with an immersion blender before serving.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It can become dry. If your chicken is done early, turn off the crockpot and let it sit with the lid off to thicken the sauce.
- Pro Tip: For a spicy version, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Storing & Reheating Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the sauce and chicken the night before. Cook in the morning and let it slow cook all day.
Freezing Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner
Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute chicken with turkey or pork.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and chicken the night before. Cook in the morning and let it slow cook all day.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, add a little water or chicken broth to thin it out.
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Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- peanut butter
- coconut milk
- soy sauce
- fish sauce
- brown sugar
- garlic
- ginger
- red bell pepper
- green onions
Seasonings
- peanut butter
- coconut milk
- soy sauce
- fish sauce
- brown sugar
- garlic
- ginger
Optional Toppings
- chopped peanuts
- sesame seeds
- chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Shred chicken and blend sauce if desired.
- Step 4: Stir in red bell pepper and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Garnish with green onions and serve over rice.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute chicken with turkey or pork.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and chicken the night before. Cook in the morning and let it slow cook all day.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thick, add a little water or chicken broth to thin it out.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare the sauce and chicken the night before. Cook in the morning and let it slow cook all day.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner FAQs
Yes, prepare the sauce and chicken the night before. Cook in the morning and let it slow cook all day.
Overcooking can make the chicken dry. If your chicken is done early, turn off the crockpot and let it sit with the lid off to thicken the sauce.
Yes, cook on high pressure for 10 minutes with a 10-minute natural release.
Yes, just use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Serve over rice or noodles with a side of Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crockpot Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
