Description
This Peanut Crockpot Stir-Fry is the ultimate comfort meal that brings the rich flavors of Asian-inspired cuisine right to your home. The creamy peanut sauce clings to tender chicken and crisp vegetables, creating a harmony of flavors and textures. Perfect for busy days, this slow-cooker recipe requires minimal prep yet delivers maximum satisfaction. Whether you’re feeding a family or prepping meals for the week, this dish is versatile, customizable, and guaranteed to impress. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles for a complete, hearty meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces (or tofu for a vegetarian option)
- 3 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter, creamy
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Place the chicken (or tofu) and mixed vegetables in your crockpot.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, red pepper flakes, and water. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is coated.
- Cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- About 30 minutes before serving, whisk the cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to make a slurry. Stir it into the crockpot to thicken the sauce.
- Serve the peanut stir-fry over rice or noodles, garnished with chopped peanuts and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours