Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Thai Peanut Chicken, a dish that beautifully marries tender chicken with a rich, creamy peanut sauce. This recipe brings the essence of Thai cuisine to your table, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its quick preparation time and customizable spice level, this meal is not only satisfying but also versatile enough to suit any palate. Pair it with steamed rice or noodles, and garnish with fresh cilantro and peanuts for an added crunch. Enjoy the blend of savory and slightly spicy notes that make Thai Peanut Chicken a must-try dish in your culinary repertoire.
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 for heat)
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, coconut milk, lime juice, and sesame oil.
- Pour the sauce over cooked chicken and let simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles and garnish with cilantro and peanuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg