Description
A delightful dish that combines rich flavors and vibrant colors with creamy peanut sauce, tender chicken, and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams (about 1 pound) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 bell peppers (one red and one yellow), sliced into strips
- 1 cup broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 medium carrot, sliced thinly
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup water (to adjust sauce consistency)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and carrot slices. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 4-5 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and veggies. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and become glossy.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Swap chicken for tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
- If allergic to peanuts, try almond butter or sunflower seed butter.
- Mix in your favorite vegetables, like snap peas or zucchini.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Thai Peanut Chicken, Asian cuisine, healthy dinner, stir-fry