Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?

Absolutely! Thighs work beautifully in Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken. They stay extra juicy and soak up tons of flavor.

Can I make this recipe spicier?

Yes! Add more chili garlic paste or a pinch of red pepper flakes. It’s an easy way to crank up the heat without changing the main flavor.

What’s the best way to serve this?

Rice, noodles, quinoa—even cauliflower rice if you’re keeping it lighter. The sauce pairs well with pretty much anything.

How do I store leftovers?

Keep leftover Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The flavors deepen, so it tastes even better the next day.

You can freeze it for up to 3 months. Just thaw overnight and warm gently in a pan.

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Description

Creamy, comforting, and full of bold peanut flavor, this Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken is the perfect easy dinner for busy weeknights. Tender chicken simmers in a rich, savory peanut sauce and pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or veggies.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

1.5 lb chicken breasts
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 large yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, chopped

For the Sauce:

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp chili garlic paste
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the bottom of your slow cooker.
Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables.
In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and chili garlic paste.
Pour the sauce over the chicken.
Cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours or LOW for 4–5 hours until the chicken is tender.
Stir in the lime juice and cilantro before serving.
Serve over rice, noodles, or your favorite sides. Enjoy!

Notes

Add more chili garlic paste if you love heat.
For an extra smooth sauce, use creamy peanut butter.
Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts.

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth at the end.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours (LOW) or 2.5 hours (HIGH)
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 415 kcal
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 1080 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 13 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 45 g
Cholesterol: 112 mg