How to Make Frank's Favorite Slow-Cooker Thai Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Slow-cooker recipes are the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you want a delicious and hearty meal without all the fuss. One of my all-time favorite slow-cooker recipes is this Thai chicken dish that is bursting with the flavors of Thailand. It's a dish that is sure to become a family favorite in your household as well.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it only requires a few simple ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your pantry. The slow-c...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Combine salsa, peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, and ginger in the slow cooker; mix well. Place chicken thighs in sauce; spoon sauce over chicken to coat.
  • Cover and cook on Low 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 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Garnish with peanuts and cilantro before serving.
  • Nutrition

    562 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 137mg
    • Sodium: 860mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 696mg