Description
Creamy peanut butter chicken delivers an irresistible fusion of Asian-inspired flavors that dance across palates with rich, tangy excitement. Hungry diners will discover a simple yet extraordinary meal bringing restaurant-quality comfort directly to home kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) chicken breast or chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Protein and Sauce Enhancers:
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear chicken cubes in hot olive oil over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Create a smooth, fragrant sauce by thoroughly blending peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, ground ginger, and chicken broth in a mixing bowl.
- Gently cascade the prepared sauce over the seared chicken, allowing it to simmer and reduce for 10 minutes while stirring periodically until the mixture reaches a rich, glossy consistency.
- Calibrate the flavor profile with precise salt and pepper seasoning, ensuring a balanced taste.
- Elevate the dish’s visual appeal and freshness by sprinkling finely chopped green onions across the surface just before serving, presenting the meal piping hot.
Notes
- Opt for natural, unsweetened peanut butter to control sodium and sugar levels while enhancing authentic flavor.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for tender, quick-cooking protein that absorbs the sauce beautifully.
- Toast ground ginger or use fresh grated ginger for a more vibrant, aromatic flavor profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Adjust sauce consistency by adding more chicken broth if too thick, or simmering longer to reduce for a richer, more concentrated sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1300 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 36 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg