Creamy Peanut Chicken
Indulge in the bold, comforting flavors of Creamy Peanut Chicken, a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Made with tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, velvety peanut coconut sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy with ingredients like soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Infused with the aromatic kick of garlic and ginger, and a hint of heat from optional red chili flakes, it’s a flavor-packed experience in every bite. Serve over fluffy white rice or your favorite noodles, and garnish with fresh green onions and cilantro for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan recipe is as convenient as it is delicious, making it a go-to for lovers of peanut-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 stalks green onions (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 servings white rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and grate the fresh ginger.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and red chili flakes (if using) until smooth.
Pour the peanut sauce mixture into the pan with the cooked chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.
Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed (add more lime juice for tanginess, soy sauce for saltiness, or sugar for sweetness).
Remove the pan from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro, if desired.
Serve the creamy peanut chicken over steamed white rice or cooked noodles. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.5 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 3273 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 199.7 g | 399% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2693 mg | 57% | |
*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.
