High Protein Thai Peanut Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Thai Peanut Chicken—a flavor-packed dish that combines creamy, nutty richness with a tangy kick! Perfectly seared chicken breast pieces are smothered in a luscious peanut sauce made with natural peanut butter, unsweetened coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Infused with fresh garlic, ginger, and optional chili flakes for a hint of spice, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and packed with protein to keep you satisfied. Garnished with fragrant cilantro, crunchy crushed peanuts, and vibrant green onions, this dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice, quinoa, or vegetables for a wholesome and balanced meal. Whether you're meal prepping or entertaining, this Thai-inspired creation is sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 60 grams natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 120 milliliters unsweetened coconut milk
- 30 milliliters low-sodium soy sauce
- 15 milliliters lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 15 milliliters honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 15 milliliters coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 30 grams crushed peanuts (for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) until smooth. Set the peanut sauce aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the prepared peanut sauce over the chicken.
Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve the Thai Peanut Chicken hot.
Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and crushed peanuts before serving.
Pair with steamed rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.3 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 1412 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 183.1 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1981 mg | 42% | |
*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.
