Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Thai Peanut Chicken, a quick and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy peanut sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this meal can be prepared in under 30 minutes. Serve it over rice or fresh vegetables for a wholesome dining experience your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk (canned)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (natural preferred)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat, add garlic, coconut milk, soy sauce, peanut butter, and lime juice. Stir until well combined and heated through.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Simmer for a few minutes on low heat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or soy sauce if needed.
- Serve warm over rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg