Ingredients
Chicken and Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
To Serve
- Steamed rice (for serving)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
- Whisk sauce: While the chicken is cooking, combine the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and lime juice in a bowl. Whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and well combined.
- Simmer: Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes. This allows the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Spoon the peanut chicken over cooked steamed rice. Garnish generously with chopped cilantro and chopped peanuts to add freshness and crunch before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.
- Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet, more authentic flavor.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for a juicier texture, adjusting cooking time as needed.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad to make a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
