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Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken: A Flavor Explosion You Can’t Resist

Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken: A Flavor Explosion You Can’t Resist

Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken features tender chicken thighs in a rich peanut sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Thai
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • chopped green onions for garnish
  • crushed peanuts for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  • Heat sesame oil in a skillet, add chicken, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken, stir well, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and crushed peanuts, and serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level. Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
Keyword chicken thighs, Gluten-free, Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken, peanut sauce, Quick Meal
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