FRANK'S FAVORITE SLOW-COOKER THAI CHICKEN

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Chicken thighs get delish with a family-pleasing, super-easy crock pot recipe. Only one step, start in the morning, ready when you get home. Just add your favorite rice.

Provided by sweet-potato

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 8h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup hot salsa
¼ cup chunky peanut butter
¾ cup light coconut milk
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
2 pounds skinless chicken thighs
½ cup chopped peanuts, for topping
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Combine the salsa, peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, and ginger in the crock of a slow cooker; mix well. Place the chicken in the sauce, spoon mixture over chicken to coat.
  • Place the lid on the cooker and set to LOW. Cook until chicken is very tender and sauce has thickened, 8 to 9 hours. A meat thermometer, inserted into the thickest part of a thigh should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Garnish with peanuts and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 136.8 mg, Fat 35.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 47.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 859.7 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Malik Amna
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This recipe is perfect for a picnic. It's easy to transport and everyone loves it.


Maryam M
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I made this recipe for a tailgate party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


robert rodriguez
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I doubled the recipe and froze half of it for later. It was just as good when I reheated it.


Dipin Gurung
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I had leftovers of this dish the next day and it was even better! The flavors had really melded together.


Yvonne Phillip
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I garnished my dish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. It made it look so much more appetizing.


Marie Coupe
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I served this dish over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice to make it low carb. It was still really satisfying.


Shaik Mohammed basha
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I used gluten-free soy sauce and tamari instead of regular soy sauce and it was still just as good.


Riziki Suleiman
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I made this recipe vegetarian by using tofu instead of chicken. It was just as delicious!


Nicholas Rolle
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I added a little extra chili paste to give it a bit of a kick. It was perfect for my taste.


Bakhtiar Afridi
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This recipe was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight. It was so easy to prep and I could just leave it to cook while I took care of other things.


Tetaake Brennan
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Rose Flowers
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This dish is packed with flavor! The combination of coconut milk, ginger, and lemongrass is amazing.


Victor Jani
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I'm new to slow cooking and this recipe was perfect for me. It was really easy to follow and the chicken turned out so tender and flavorful.


Poia Tajwidy
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.