Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil over medium heat. Add chopped garlic, diced onion, and grated ginger, cooking for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant. Stir in the curry powder and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom and enhance their flavors.
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker. To this, add natural peanut butter, fish sauce, soy sauce, monk fruit sweetener, kosher salt, rice vinegar, sriracha, the remaining sesame oil, and coconut milk. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined, forming the rich sauce for your Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken.
- Combine & Cook: Now, it's time to add the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the slow cooker, making sure each piece is well-coated with sauce. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours. The chicken should become tender and easily shreddable.
- Shred Chicken: Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker using tongs or a slotted spoon. Let it cool for a couple of minutes before shredding it into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce in the slow cooker and stir to combine, allowing it to soak up the flavors for an additional 15 minutes on low.
- Serve: Your Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken is now ready to enjoy! Spoon the flavorful mixture over fluffy jasmine rice, crisp lettuce cups, or cauliflower rice. For a delightful touch, garnish your dish with chopped roasted peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges to brighten the flavors, making your family meal truly irresistible.
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Notes
Sautéing the aromatics, choosing the right chicken, and adjusting spices are key to perfecting this dish. Fresh garnishes enhance both flavor and presentation.
