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Thai Peanut Chicken

Thai Peanut Chicken Made Easy for a Flavorful Feast

Experience the delightful flavors of Thai Peanut Chicken, a quick and versatile dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Peanut Butter Substitute with sunflower seed butter for nut-free option
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium option recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, or use garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Coconut or olive oil can be substituted

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sriracha until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken in the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro, and pair with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking. Marinating enhances flavor. Check for chicken's internal temperature at 165°F for juiciness.

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