Description
Thai Peanut Chicken is a delightful fusion of savory, creamy, and slightly spicy flavors, making it the perfect choice for any meal occasion. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, featuring tender chicken coated in a luscious peanut sauce that elevates your dining experience. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or spice levels. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this comforting Asian-inspired dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Steamed rice or noodles (to serve)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Place the chicken in the skillet; cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, coconut milk, lime juice, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken; simmer on low for 5–7 minutes until heated through.
- Serve garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro alongside steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg