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Thai Peanut Chicken

Delicious Thai Peanut Chicken Ready in Just 30 Minutes

This Thai Peanut Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for busy nights, satisfying and customizable for any palate.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter opt for natural varieties
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce gluten-free tamari as a substitute
  • 1 cup coconut milk can replace with almond milk
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh juice preferred
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables such as bell peppers and carrots
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts for crunch
  • 1/4 cup cilantro for freshness

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Peanut Chicken
  1. Cut boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, peanut butter, and coconut milk until smooth.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the peanut sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Serve the dish over jasmine rice or noodles, garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh ingredients for the best flavor and adjust the sauce balance to your taste.

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