Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 unit

boneless skinless chicken thighs

0.75 cup

hot salsa

0.25 cup

peanut butter

2 tbsp

soy sauce

1 tsp

grated gingerroot

grated

0.25 cup

chopped peanuts

chopped

2 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

Step 1
~54 min

Place chicken thighs in a 3 1/2- to 6-quart crockpot.

Step 2
~54 min

In a separate bowl, mix hot salsa, peanut butter, soy sauce, and grated gingerroot.

Step 3
~54 min

Pour the mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.

Step 4
~54 min

Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Step 5
~54 min

Remove the cooked chicken from the crockpot with a slotted spoon and place it on a serving platter.

Step 6
~54 min

Carefully remove the sauce from the crockpot.

Step 7
~54 min

Skim the fat from the surface of the sauce.

Step 8
~54 min

Pour the skimmed sauce over the chicken on the platter.

Step 9
~54 min

Sprinkle chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro over the chicken and sauce before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a sweeter flavor, add a tablespoon of honey to the sauce.

Adjust the amount of hot salsa to control the spice level.

Garnish with lime wedges for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped the night before.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or noodles.

Serve with a side of Asian vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Asian Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Thai cuisine is known for its balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and salty flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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