Description
Peanut chicken is a delicious, comforting dish that combines juicy chicken with a creamy peanut sauce and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe delivers a burst of flavor that’s quick and easy to prepare. In just a few steps, you can enjoy a meal that’s both satisfying and impressive, sure to delight family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the veggies and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Once the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), stir in garlic and ginger; sauté for about 1 minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, and water until smooth; pour over chicken in the skillet.
- Add bell peppers and broccoli; stir to coat everything in the sauce.
- Let simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with chopped peanuts or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg