How to Make Slow Cook Thai Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai cuisine is beloved around the world for its bold flavors, fragrant herbs, and spicy kicks. One dish that exemplifies the best of Thai cooking is slow-cooked Thai chicken, a comforting and aromatic dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe combines juicy chicken, creamy coconut milk, and a blend of aromatic Thai spices to create a dish that will transport your taste buds straight to Thailand.

The slow-cooking method used in this recipe allows the flavors of the spices to m...

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Ingredients

  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1/2 inch strips
  • 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
  • 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 3 green onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place the chicken breast strips, bell pepper and onion into a slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and 1/4 cup of soy sauce, then season with cumin, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Stir to blend, then cover and cook on Low for 4 1/2 to 5 hours.
  • Remove 1 cup of the liquid from the slow cooker, and mix this with the cornstarch, peanut butter, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and lime juice. This should blend into a fairly thick sauce. Stir the sauce back into the slow cooker, and place the lid on the pot.
  • Cook on High for 30 minutes. Garnish with green onions, cilantro and peanuts before serving.
  • Nutrition

    408 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 61mg
    • Sodium: 1119mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 609mg