Linguine with Chicken and Peanut Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly creamy Linguine with Chicken and Peanut Sauce recipe! Featuring tender linguine tossed in a rich, velvety peanut sauce made with creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of sesame oil, this dish delivers bold, savory flavors with a touch of sweetness. Juicy slices of perfectly seasoned chicken breast add protein, while aromatic garlic and ground ginger infuse the sauce with depth. Garnished with crunchy roasted peanuts, fresh cilantro, and green onions, this dish combines texture and flavor in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy nights yet special enough for guests. Keywords: linguine with peanut sauce, chicken linguine, peanut butter pasta, quick dinner recipe, Asian-inspired pasta dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Linguine pasta
• 1 lb Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Peanut butter, creamy
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 tsp Ground ginger
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 0.25 cup Roasted peanuts, chopped
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

Season the chicken breast with 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/4 tsp of black pepper.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes. Cut into thin slices or bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Lower the heat and whisk in the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, chicken broth, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the sauce is smooth and well combined. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to thin out the sauce to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Add the cooked linguine and sliced chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat everything evenly with the peanut sauce.

Step 7

Once everything is heated through, remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions, roasted peanuts, and fresh cilantro (if desired).

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious linguine with chicken and peanut sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1279.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3232.9

Total Fat 144.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 565.7mg	0%
Sodium 6512.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 260.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 56.7g
Protein 223.5g	0%

Vitamin D 59.0IU	0%
Calcium 300.0mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 3131.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 32.2%