Easy Thai Peanut Chicken
Easy Thai Peanut Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy, flavorful peanut sauce, inspired by the vibrant streets of Thailand. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Serve it over rice or noodles to soak up the rich sauce and enjoy a delightful culinary experience that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp chili paste
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chili paste until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken, stir to coat evenly, and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as desired and serve garnished with chopped peanuts or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 200g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 73mg