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Thai Peanut Chicken

Savory Thai Peanut Chicken Ready in 30 Minutes or Less

This Quick and Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken recipe combines the sweetness of peanut butter with a hint of tangy lime for an incredible dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil vegetable or peanut oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium or gluten-free if desired
  • ½ cup peanut butter natural, no-sugar-added types are best
  • 1 cup coconut milk full-fat preferred
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup vegetables e.g., bell peppers, carrots, diced

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about one inch in size. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer and sauté for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in soy sauce, peanut butter, and coconut milk, whisking until smooth. Warm through for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Return cooked chicken to the skillet with the sauce, stir for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld flavors, adding water or more coconut milk if needed.
  5. Serve: Transfer the Thai Peanut Chicken onto plates and garnish with chopped peanuts or cilantro. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients like garlic and lime elevate flavors. Adjust seasoning based on preference and enjoy with a side of salad for a complete meal.

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