Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Satay is a delightful blend of tender chicken marinated in a luscious coconut and peanut sauce. As it cooks slowly, the aromas fill your home, creating an irresistible anticipation for that first bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish is both flavorful and easy to prepare, making it a must-try for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat them with the marinade in a resealable bag or bowl. Marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Transfer marinated chicken and any remaining marinade to the slow cooker. Spread evenly.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Optional: Reserve some marinade before cooking; simmer over medium heat until thickened for a dipping sauce.
- Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg