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Thai Peanut Chicken

Deliciously Rich Thai Peanut Chicken Ready in 30 Minutes

Quick and flavorful Thai Peanut Chicken that's perfect for any dinner occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oil (Vegetable or Olive) For cooking
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Low-sodium for lighter dish
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Natural for best flavor
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Low-fat optional
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh preferred
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Peanuts For topping
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, seasoning them with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the seasoned chicken pieces, cooking until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then add soy sauce, peanut butter, and coconut milk.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stir to coat with the sauce, and simmer until heated through.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and serve immediately after cooking.

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