I wanted to recreate a dish in the style of one of the most unique and unmistakable flavours when it comes to takeaway land – satay. The mouthwatering marinated chicken and that nutty, fragrant flavour is divine, and is also another example of just how versatile our trusty slow cookers are! This recipe is so so easy and, thanks to our secret weapon of peanut butter, the shopping list is small and fuss-free.
Why you’ll love this Slow Cooker Chicken Satay recipe
⭐️ Few inexpensive ingredients ⭐️ Tastes like a total treat ⭐️ Super simple to make This sauce is where the inspiration comes from with this slow cooker recipe, which incorporates the flavours of peanut and soy together. If you’re looking for an authentic Chicken Satay recipe, you could try this one on a blog called Rasa Malaysia which looks divine.These flavours have inspired my slow cooker version, but please do try the origin if you have a chance as it’s totally delicious.
Substitutions
Chicken breast – If you’d rather use breast than thighs, be aware they need less cooking time. You might be looking at approx 3 hours on high instead if they’re cut into chunks, but always check they’re cooked through. Nut butters – I haven’t tried other nut butters in this recipe but they could work fine if you can’t stand or tolerate peanuts. If you try an alternative, please let me know how you get on as I’d love to know!
In the freezer This recipe freezes well. Just wait until it’s totally cold and then put into a freezer proof container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost thoroughly before reheating in the microwave or hob. Peppers: I like to add the peppers right at the end of the cooking time so they are still fairly crunchy. If you prefer them softer, you can add them for the slow cook. Limes:Add the juice of one lime and then taste to see if you need another. This depends on your taste and also the juiciness of the limes! Sauce:The level of ‘sauciness’ here will depend on how much liquid your chicken gives off as it cooks. If you want the sauce to be a little more runny at the end of the cooking time, just add a splash of boiling water. Also I’d LOVE to see your cooking creations. If you’d like to share yours with me, you can tag me on Instagram (@tamingtwins).
