Description
Thai Peanut Chicken is a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors, featuring tender chicken coated in a creamy peanut sauce. This easy-to-make dish promises to impress your family and friends with its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it can be served over rice or wrapped in lettuce for a fresh twist. Get ready to elevate your dining experience with this irresistible recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping garlic and measuring sauces.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side).
- In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey (or brown sugar), garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and simmer for about 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro before serving over rice or in lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg