Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of this Weight Watchers-inspired Peanut Chicken, a guilt-free delight that’s only 3 points per serving! Perfectly seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breasts are seared to juicy perfection and bathed in a creamy, savory peanut sauce made with powdered peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and aromatic hints of garlic and ginger. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option. Serve this protein-packed dish over steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a wholesome meal, and don’t forget the garnishes—sliced scallions and optional crushed peanuts add a vibrant crunch! It's a healthy, flavorful dish your whole family will love.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth and well-combined.
Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the peanut sauce to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the peanut sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
Serve the peanut chicken warm, garnished with sliced scallions and crushed peanuts (if using), over steamed vegetables or rice (optional).
Calories |
258 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 662 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 433 mg | 9% | |
*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.