Description
Peanut Chicken is a delectable dish that features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, creamy peanut sauce, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This easy recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a gourmet meal that will impress family and friends alike. Served over rice or noodles, this flavorful dish is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Optional: Chopped peanuts and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine diced chicken with minced garlic and half of the soy sauce. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
- Make Sauce: In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter, remaining soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and a splash of water until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the peanut sauce over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat evenly.
- Serve: Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with chopped peanuts or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg