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Easy Peanut Chicken Recipe

Irresistibly Easy Peanut Chicken Recipe in 30 Minutes


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  • Author: Margaret
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Irresistibly Easy Peanut Chicken That Will Wow Your Taste Buds


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter (the star of the sauce)
  • 1 can Coconut Milk (adds creaminess)
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (enhances umami flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (provides a zing)
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves (complements the ginger)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (brightens the sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (adjusts the heat)
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (for sautéing)
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions (garnish)

Instructions

  1. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sauté the chicken for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and stir for about 1 minute.
  5. Whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  6. Pour the peanut sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 8 minutes
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Sauté
    • Cuisine: Asian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 400 kcal
    • Sugar: 3 g
    • Sodium: 400 mg
    • Fat: 25 g
    • Saturated Fat: 5 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 20 g
    • Fiber: 2 g
    • Protein: 30 g
    • Cholesterol: 70 mg