Description
Peanut Butter Chicken is a delightful fusion of flavors, featuring tender chicken enveloped in a creamy peanut sauce that’s both sweet and savory with a hint of spice. This dish is not only a crowd-pleaser but also an easy weeknight dinner option that promises to impress your family and friends. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by seasoning the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Lower the heat and stir in peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice. Cook until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's well-coated in the sauce. Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes before serving. Enjoy over rice or noodles!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg