Chicken Smothered in Peanut Sauce
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this irresistible Chicken Smothered in Peanut Sauce—a delectable fusion of savory, nutty, and tangy flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinner game. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are bathed in a velvety peanut sauce made with creamy peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, and a hint of honey for the perfect balance of richness and sweetness. Infused with aromatic garlic and fresh ginger, and finished with a touch of lime juice and crushed red pepper flakes for a zesty kick, this dish is as comforting as it is bold. Top it off with crunchy chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro for a delightful contrast in texture and flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect over steamed rice or sautéed vegetables, this easy peanut sauce chicken recipe is your go-to for a quick and deeply satisfying meal that's packed with unforgettable flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup chopped peanuts
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Finely mince the garlic and grate the ginger, then add them to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and coconut milk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Add the crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce and adjust seasoning to taste by adding more salt or lime juice, if desired.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the peanut sauce over the top. Simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve the chicken smothered in peanut sauce over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.3 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 5172 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 260.2 g | 520% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 3308 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
