Slow cooker Chicken Satay
This slow cooker chicken satay features tender chicken breasts, creamy peanut butter, red curry paste, and bell peppers, all cooked to perfection in a rich, savory sauce. It's easy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbs ginger minced
- ½ c peanut butter preferably natural
- 2 tbs red curry paste
- 3 tbs honey
- 2 tbs Sriracha adjust according to heat preference
- 1 large red bell pepper chopped
- 1 jalapeño sliced (optional)
- ¼ c soy sauce
- ¼ c water additional as needed
- ⅓ c onion chopped
- 2 tbs fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lime cut into wedges
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Begin by mincing the garlic and ginger, chopping the onion and bell pepper, and slicing the jalapeño if using. Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
Assemble in the Slow Cooker:
- In the slow cooker, combine the chicken pieces, peanut butter, red curry paste, honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, water, garlic, ginger, and onion. Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
Cook the Chicken:
- Set the slow cooker to high and cook for approximately 4 hours, or low for 6-7 hours. The chicken should become tender and fully cooked through.
Add Bell Peppers:
- If a crunchy texture is preferred, add the chopped red bell pepper during the final hour of cooking. For softer peppers, include them at the beginning, placing them on top of the chicken mixture.
Finish and Serve:
- Once cooking is complete, give the mixture a thorough stir to ensure the sauce is well combined. Serve the chicken satay over jasmine rice, cauliflower rice, or another preferred side. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for a refreshing finish.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, replace the soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Ensure the red curry paste and peanut butter used are certified gluten-free, as some brands may include additives containing gluten.