Description
Thai Peanut Chicken is a delightful weeknight meal that’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. This recipe features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a creamy peanut sauce, making it a family favorite that rivals any takeout dish. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying and nutritious dinner that can be served over rice or noodles, allowing you to customize it to your liking. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or hosting a gathering, this dish is sure to impress with its rich flavors and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Lower the heat, add minced garlic to the same skillet, and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, peanut butter, and coconut milk; mix until smooth.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir until coated in sauce; simmer briefly until heated through.
- Serve warm over rice or noodles, garnished with chopped peanuts or cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg