Easy Thai Chicken Thighs ~BE Member Recipe~

This isn't a genuine Thai recipe, but it sure tastes like one.


2 lbs skinless chicken thighs
3/4 cup prepared hot salsa
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 Tbs lime juice
2 Tbs soy sauce
1 tsp freshly grated ginger
1/4 cup chopped peanuts for garnish
Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Place the chicken thighs in a slow cooker.
Mix the remaining ingredients except the peanuts and cilantro and pour over the chicken.
Cook covered on low until the chicken is cooked through, 7 to 9 hours.
Serve garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

Serves 4
Nutritional Values per serving:
399 Cal, 19g Fat, 6.2g Carbs, 1.8g Fiber, 2.4g Sugars, 48.9g Protein

Cook's Note: If you REALLY want the heat, you can drop in a few Thai birdseye chillies, but beware...

Thai Peanut Sauce

A perfect appetizer dipping sauce for simply roasted skewers of meat or seafood.

1/3 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 cup lite coconut milk (I buy the small cans)
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, coconut milk, crushed red pepper, and sesame oil in a small pot over medium low heat, whisking in 1/4 cup of water, a little at a time to bring to a smooth sauce consistency. Simmer for ten minutes to blend flavors.

Pan saute or broil skewers cubes of tofu, chicken, or shrimp that are brushed with peanut oil, until lightly browned; serve with small dish of sauce for dipping.

Per 2 tablespoon serving
Calories 42, fat 4g, carbs 2g, protein 2g