Description
Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken with a rich and savory peanut sauce. This Thai-inspired stir-fry is quick and easy to make, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the spicy Thai peanut sauce:
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup warm water
Other Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts, plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- cooked jasmine rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the peanut sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all the peanut sauce ingredients until smooth. Add more water to thin if needed to reach a pourable consistency.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook chicken pieces for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add bell pepper and carrots. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Combine and finish: Return chicken to skillet, pour in peanut sauce, and toss to coat. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Stir in green onions and peanuts. Serve over jasmine rice, garnish with cilantro and extra peanuts.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by altering the amount of sriracha used.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (with rice)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
