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Thai Peanut Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful Thai-inspired dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy peanut sauce, served over jasmine rice and garnished with fresh herbs and peanuts.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Proteins

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 0.25 cup chopped green onions, for garnish
  • 0.25 cup chopped roasted peanuts, for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions 

  • Heat oil and sear chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Sauté bell peppers for 2-3 minutes, then add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
  • Stir in peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar; cook until sauce is creamy.
  • Add chicken back to the pan, simmer for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors.
  • Serve over jasmine rice, garnished with green onions, peanuts, and cilantro.

Notes

For extra spice, add more red pepper flakes or serve with lime wedges.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: Chicken