Peanut Noodles made in the crock pot have an exotic flavor without the restaurant wait!
Tender chicken breasts and veggies are slow-cooked in a creamy peanut sauce with linguine for a quick and delicious dinner!
Variations: Top slow cooker peanut noodles with chopped cilantro, green onions, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, chopped peanuts, sesame seeds, and a splash of lime juice for a tasty flavor boost!
Serve with sesame seeds, green onions, or cilantro.
Keep leftover peanut noodles in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy peanut noodles cold, wrapped in butter lettuce cups for a refreshing salad or reheat portions in the microwave or on the stovetop.
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Tender shredded chicken in a spicy peanut sauce is slow cooked with linguini noodles.
Large Pot for noodles
In a small skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add the onion to the bottom of a 6 qt slow cooker. Top with chicken.
In a medium bowl, combine salsa, peanut butter, broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice and sambal if using. Pour over the chicken.
Top with the carrots and bell pepper. Cover and cook on low for 3 ½ to 4 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
Transfer the chicken breasts to a bowl and shred using two forks.
Cook the linguine according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
Add the linguine and shredded chicken with any juices to the slow cooker. Stir well, adding pasta water if needed. Cover and let the pasta rest for 2 to 3 minutes in the slow cooker to thicken before serving.
Garnish with cilantro, green onion and peanuts if desired.
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave, or serve cold. Do not freeze.
Calories: 522 | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1460mg | Potassium: 899mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 1202IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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