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thai peanut chicken

Delicious Thai Peanut Chicken for Comforting Weeknight Dinners

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Thai Peanut Chicken is a savory dish featuring tender chicken coated in a creamy peanut sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, and lime juice.
  2. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a pan over medium heat and add the chicken.
  4. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  5. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and stir to coat.
  6. Simmer for 5 minutes to heat through.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or noodles.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding chili flakes if desired.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Thai Peanut Chicken, Chicken, Thai Cuisine, Peanut Sauce