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Thai Peanut Chicken Bowl

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and colorful bowl combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Peanut Sauce

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup warm water (as needed to thin sauce)

Main Components

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or rice noodles
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • ½ cup edamame (optional)
  • ½ cup shredded purple cabbage
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)

Garnishes

Lime wedges (for serving)

Sliced green onions (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Mix soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken and marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, ginger, and garlic. Gradually add warm water to achieve desired consistency.
  • Cook marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Divide rice or noodles into bowls, top with vegetables and chicken, then drizzle with peanut sauce.
  • Garnish with chopped peanuts, green onions, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Adjust sriracha for spice preference and marinate chicken longer for more flavor.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: Chicken, Peanut Sauce