Description
Easy Thai Peanut Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine to your dinner table. Tender chicken pieces are cooked in a rich, creamy peanut sauce made with coconut milk, fresh garlic, and ginger. This recipe is not only quick and easy but also highly customizable—perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it over rice or steamed vegetables for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey/agave syrup, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust consistency with water or broth if needed.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer for an additional 2 minutes to let flavors combine.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables; drizzle extra sauce on top and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. - Substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option. - Add veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition.