Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Thai Peanut Chicken, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and a creamy peanut sauce for an unforgettable meal. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, bringing the essence of Thai cuisine right to your table. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a savory masterpiece that is not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether served over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup coconut milk
- Fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, around 6-7 minutes per side.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, sriracha, coconut milk, lime juice, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken in the skillet and simmer on medium-low for 5 minutes.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles and garnish with cilantro and peanuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg