Best 7 Crock Pot Spicy Peanut Chicken Recipes

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Looking for a dish that's both flavorful and easy to prepare? Try our crock pot spicy peanut chicken recipe! This delectable dish combines the savory taste of chicken with a spicy peanut sauce that's sure to tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a mouthwatering meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER SPICY CHICKEN IN PEANUT SAUCE



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Pass small bowls of dry-roasted peanuts and chopped fresh cilantro to sprinkle over the chicken, and serve with wedges of warm pita bread.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
8 large chicken thighs (about 3 lb), skin removed
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups hot cooked couscous

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil about 4 minutes, turning once, until brown.
  • In 4- to-5-quart slow cooker, mix onion, diced and crushed tomatoes, honey, cumin and cinnamon. Add chicken. Spoon tomato mixture over chicken.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
  • Stir in peanut butter until melted and well blended. Serve chicken and sauce over couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 60 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1180 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CROCK POT PEANUT CHICKEN



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A simple crock pot recipe for tender chicken. Serve over hot rice or noodles. UPDATE: Do to the many comments about too little liquid, I have added an optional chicken broth.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/3 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 -2 tablespoon honey (optional)
1/2-1 cup chicken broth (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a crock pot.
  • Mix well.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked.
  • Serve over hot rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.3, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 153.6, Sodium 573.1, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.8, Protein 65.4

CROCK POT SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN



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I modified a stove top version found in "The All New Good Housekeeping Cookbook". This is a real comfort food staple in our house and a great smell to come home too. I serve it over basmatti rice with some Nann bread from the market.

Provided by Truffles

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 5h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 -1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or 1 -1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into pieces
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup peanut butter (I like all natural chunky)
1/3 cup diced onion
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more if desired!)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons white sugar (optional, but recommended if using natural peanut butter)

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients except the chicken into a slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  • Add the chicken. Cook on low until liquid has thickened and chicken is cooked (approximately 5 hours depending upon size of chicken pieces - I always use a meat thermometer to be sure).

SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN



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This colorful stir-fry gets its kick from a dash of red pepper.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breast halves, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/3 cup dry-roasted peanuts
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • Mix broth, cornstarch, sugar, soy sauce, vinegar and red pepper; set aside.
  • Heat wok or 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add oil; rotate wok to coat side. Add chicken, garlic and gingerroot; stir-fry about 3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Add bell pepper; stir-fry 1 minute.
  • Add broth mixture to wok. Cook and stir about 1 minute or until sauce is thickened. Stir in peanuts. Sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg

SLOW COOKER SPICY CHICKEN



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I sometimes chop up a chipotle pepper and throw it in with some adobo sauce for a twist. I don't measure spices, so my measurements are conservative.

Provided by shmeya

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 4h15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ (8 ounce) jar medium salsa
¼ cup tomato sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small red onion, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker, and pour in the salsa and tomato sauce. Add the garlic and onion, and sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Set the cooker on Low, and cook until the chicken is very tender, 4 to 5 hours. Shred the chicken with two forks for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 392.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

SWEET AND SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN



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Chicken thighs and a slow cooker- that's a marriage made in culinary heaven! Juicy and flavorful, this simple dish will make you swoon when you return home and find it ready. The filling is also excellent in lettuce wraps. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup pepper jelly
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
Hot cooked rice and lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Combine broth, jelly, peanut butter, soy sauce and garlic in small bowl; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 6-8 hours., Remove chicken from slow cooker and cool slightly. Shred with two forks. Skim fat from cooking juices. Return meat to slow cooker. Stir in salt and pepper., Sprinkle each serving with peanuts and red pepper. If desired, serve with rice and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 914mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SLOW COOKER THAI PEANUT CHICKEN



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A super creamy peanut sauce, full of tender chicken and tasty veggies, coats your favorite long noodles for a hearty and cozy meal!

Provided by Rebekah Rose Hills

Time 3h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
⅔ cup peanut butter
½ cup chicken broth
3 medium zucchini, diced
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
⅓ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ tablespoon cornstarch, or more as needed
½ tablespoon water, or more as needed
1 (12 ounce) package linguine pasta
1 tablespoon chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, peanut butter, chicken broth, zucchini, bell peppers, soy sauce, minced garlic, and sugar in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 1 hour. Stir, then cover and continue cooking until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender, 2 to 3 more hours. Stir in lime juice.
  • If sauce is thinner than you would like, combine 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch (use a full tablespoon if sauce is very thin) with enough water to form a paste. Whisk paste into the peanut butter sauce and allow to cook until thickened. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and stir noodles into the chicken and sauce. Garnish with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620 calories, Carbohydrate 62.3 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 36.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 1265.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

Top 3 Takeaway Culinary Expertise and Insightful Recommendations:

  1. Embrace Flavorful Peanut Sauce: Craft a delectable peanut-based marinade, merging creamy peanut butter, spicy chili peppers, tangy vinegar for a luscious and rich combination.
  2. Tenderize with the Crock Pot: Unveil the magic of slow-cooked poultry, allowing succulent chicken breasts to simmer in the aromatic peanut concoction, resulting in fall-apart tenderness.
  3. Synergize with Complementary Ingredients: Enliven the dish with an array of complementary ingredients, such as crunchy peanuts, vibrant green onions, and refreshing cilantro, adding textural contrast and a symphony of flavors.

Conclusion: A Culinary Encore

Savor the culinary masterpiece known as Crock Pot spicy peanut chicken, an enticing dish that melds spicy, creamy, and tangy flavors. Let the slow cooker work its magic, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavorful peanut marinade, resulting in a succulent and delectable dish. Garnish with an array of crunchy and fresh ingredients to create a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures. Elevate your culinary skills by experimenting with different peanut butter types, adjusting spice levels, and incorporating unique ingredients to suit your taste. Prepare to dazzle your taste buds and embrace the richness of peanut-infused chicken.

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