Description
Slow Cooker Satay Chicken is a creamy and flavorful dish made with tender chicken simmered in a rich peanut sauce. This easy slow cooker satay chicken recipe delivers bold Southeast Asian-inspired flavors, perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1.5–2 lbs (700g–900g) chicken breasts or chicken thighs
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or 1 teaspoon chili paste (optional)
- ½ cup chicken broth (as needed to thin sauce)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar or honey, garlic, ginger, curry powder, and optional chili paste.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Add chicken broth as needed to slightly thin the sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well to coat in the sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional lime juice if needed.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for a juicier result or breasts for a leaner option.Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing chili paste or flakes.Add vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for extra texture.Use light coconut milk for a lighter version.Thin the sauce with more broth or coconut milk if it becomes too thick.
