Description
Experience a burst of flavor with this Thai Peanut Chicken, a quick and satisfying dish that blends tender chicken with a creamy, rich peanut sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve it over rice or noodles to delight your family and guests with this deliciously versatile meal!
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Seasoning:
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce:
- 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: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic, and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Prepare the sauce: Stir in soy sauce, peanut butter, and coconut milk; mix well.
- Combine ingredients: Return the chicken to the skillet, stirring until coated in the sauce. Let simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Serve warm, garnished with chopped peanuts or cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 99mg
