Description
Peanut Butter Chicken is a rich and creamy dish that combines tender chicken with a flavorful peanut sauce. This easy-to-make meal is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and slightly spicy flavors. It’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that pairs wonderfully with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables. Enjoy this delicious fusion of flavors that bring comfort and spice to your dinner table!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Peanut Butter Sauce:
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1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
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1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for spice)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup warm water (to adjust sauce consistency)
For Garnish (optional):
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Chopped green onions
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Crushed peanuts
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Fresh cilantro
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Lime wedges
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and cook for about 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. -
Make the Peanut Butter Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha (if using), and minced garlic. Gradually add warm water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency—smooth and creamy but pourable. -
Combine the Chicken and Sauce:
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet over medium heat. Pour the peanut butter sauce over the chicken and stir to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld. -
Serve:
Serve the peanut butter chicken over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions, crushed peanuts, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice for added flavor.
Notes
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Spice Level: Adjust the sriracha in the sauce to control the spice level. Omit it for a milder version or add more for extra heat.
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Vegetarian Option: Swap the chicken for tofu or tempeh to make a vegetarian version of this dish.
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Nutritional Boost: Add vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or broccoli to the dish for extra nutrition.
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Peanut Butter: For a creamier texture, use smooth peanut butter. If you prefer more texture, crunchy peanut butter works great too!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg