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Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken

By Linda Larsen, About.com Guide

This rich and creamy sauce is brightened with the flavors of lemon juice, ginger root, cilantro, and salsa in this fun chicken entree recipe.

Prep Time: 0 hour, 15 minutes

Cook Time: 7 hours, 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. honey
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped ginger root
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 1 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • 1/3 cup chopped green onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation:

In 3 to 5 quart crockpot, mix all ingredients except chicken, cornstarch, water, peanuts, green onion, and cilantro. Add chicken and stir to coat. Cover crockpot and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or until chicken is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center.

Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl and mix well; add to crockpot and cook on high 10-15 minutes until thickened. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts, green onion, and cilantro and serve with hot cooked rice. 4 servings

Calories: 470
Fat: 25 grams
Sodium: 550 mg
Vitamin C: 10% DV

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