Peanut Butter Chicken

Elevate your dinner routine with this irresistible Peanut Butter Chicken recipe—a bold, flavorful dish that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Juicy, bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs are enveloped in a velvety, rich peanut butter sauce infused with the exotic sweetness of coconut milk, the zing of fresh lime juice, and the warm undertones of garlic and ginger. A touch of honey and crushed red pepper flakes balance sweetness with a gentle kick of heat. Garnished with fresh cilantro and crunchy roasted peanuts, this dish makes a stunning centerpiece when served over fluffy rice or tender noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners or an adventurous twist on comfort food, this creamy peanut butter chicken is a savory-sweet sensation you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Fresh ginger, minced
• 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened)
• 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are golden brown on the outside and no longer pink in the center, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Whisk until the peanut butter is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken pieces in the peanut butter sauce. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more soy sauce or lime juice if desired.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the dish. Garnish with roasted peanuts before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(964.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2641.2

Total Fat 201.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 567.0mg	0%
Sodium 4525.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 161.1g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 218.8mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2796.1mg	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: 66.2%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 10.3%