Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with our easy-to-make Thai Peanut Chicken. This dish features tender chicken enveloped in a luscious peanut sauce, combining savory, sweet, and spicy notes that are sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this recipe can be served over fluffy steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that feels both comforting and adventurous. Plus, it’s customizable to suit your spice preferences!
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- Fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes each) and fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, coconut milk, lime juice, and sesame oil. Stir and cook until smooth (3-4 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the skillet and toss in the sauce to coat evenly. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg