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Thai Peanut Chicken Recipe

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This Thai Peanut Chicken recipe features tender bite-sized pieces of chicken breasts cooked in a rich, creamy peanut sauce with aromatic garlic and coconut milk. Quick and easy to prepare on the stovetop, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner with bold Thai flavors that are both comforting and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Sauce

  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season evenly with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté garlic: Reduce the heat to medium in the same skillet and add the minced garlic. Cook for about one minute until fragrant, carefully stirring to prevent burning.
  4. Make the sauce: Stir in the low-sodium soy sauce, creamy natural peanut butter, and full-fat coconut milk. Mix thoroughly to create a smooth, rich sauce.
  5. Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet, stirring well to coat all the pieces evenly with the peanut sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
  6. Serve: Plate the Thai peanut chicken warm. Optionally, garnish with chopped peanuts or fresh cilantro for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add a pinch of red chili flakes or a drizzle of Sriracha when cooking the sauce.
  • Serve over steamed jasmine rice or noodles to complete the meal.
  • Peanut butter can be substituted with almond butter for a different nutty flavor.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt content, especially if watching sodium intake.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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