Description
This Thai Peanut Chicken is a flavorful and creamy dish combining tender chicken pieces with a rich peanut sauce infused with ginger, garlic, lime, and a hint of chili. Perfectly balanced with savory soy, tangy vinegar, and sweet honey, it’s a quick and delicious meal served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Sauce
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish and Serving
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce Base: Lower the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes. Stir well to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
- Add Liquids and Simmer Sauce: Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and well-blended. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the peanut sauce. Allow it to simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes so the flavors meld.
- Season to Taste: Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed. Adjust seasoning or add more chili flakes for additional spice if desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds if using. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein.
- Use natural or crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
