Delicious Thai Peanut Chicken in 30 Minutes or Less

This Thai Peanut Chicken recipe offers a quick and flavorful dinner option that combines aromatic spices and creamy peanut sauce.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs Choose thighs for added tenderness and moisture.
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Essential for cooking, helps achieve golden-brown crust.
Salt and Pepper Season according to taste.

For the Sauce

2 cloves Garlic Minced.
1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced.
1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Try natural for a more wholesome option.
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Infuses essential umami flavor.
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Introduces a hint of acidity.
2 tablespoons Honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste.
1/2 cup Coconut Milk Substitute with regular milk if needed.
1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice Brightens the sauce.
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Delivers a distinctive toasted flavor.

For Garnish

Chopped Peanuts Adds delightful crunch.
Fresh Cilantro Enhances taste and presentation.

For Serving

Steamed Rice or Noodles Perfect for soaking up the sauce.

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Peanut Chicken

Prepare the Chicken: Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, avoiding overcrowding.
Cook the Chicken: Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes, then flip and cook until internal temp reaches 165°F. Transfer to plate and rest for 5 minutes.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
Make the Peanut Sauce: Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, and coconut milk in a bowl. Pour into skillet and stir for 2-3 minutes.
Final Touches: Stir in lime juice and sesame oil. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return sliced chicken to the skillet, coating in sauce. Allow to soak flavors for a minute.
Serve Your Dish: Serve immediately over rice or noodles, garnished with peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Consider making the sauce ahead of time for convenience. Store leftovers properly to maintain flavor.

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