Description
This Thai Peanut Chicken recipe combines tender diced chicken with a rich, flavorful peanut sauce, offering a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy, satisfying dish topped with crunchy peanuts and fresh cilantro that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken fillet, diced
Peanut Sauce
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup water
Garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, thoroughly mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth and well combined.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a pan over medium heat and add the diced chicken fillets. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken pieces are browned on all sides and cooked through completely.
- Combine Sauce and Chicken: Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the cooked chicken in the pan. Stir well to evenly coat all the chicken pieces with the sauce.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the chicken and sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve: Plate the chicken and peanut sauce, then sprinkle the dish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro for added texture and freshness.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for a healthier option and richer flavor.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Serve this dish over steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles to make it a complete meal.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- This recipe can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free soy sauce.
