Peanut or Peanut Butter Ginger Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Peanut or Peanut Butter Ginger Chicken, a flavor-packed dish that combines creamy, nutty richness with a zesty ginger kick. Tender, bite-sized chicken thighs are perfectly caramelized and then simmered in a velvety sauce made with peanut butter, fresh ginger, soy sauce, and coconut milk, creating a savory-sweet harmony that’s balanced with a splash of lime juice. A hint of spice from chili flakes or hot sauce (optional) adds a customizable level of heat to this comforting yet vibrant recipe. Garnish with crushed roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro for added texture and a burst of freshness, and serve over fluffy white rice for a complete, restaurant-quality meal that's ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for busy evenings or casual entertaining, this dish will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 4 tablespoons Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened)
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili flakes or hot sauce (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts (crushed, optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 cups Cooked rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season them with salt and black pepper, then set aside.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces to the pan, cooking them until they are golden on all sides and fully cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the grated ginger and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low-medium. Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and coconut milk to the pan. Stir well to create a smooth, creamy sauce.

Step 6

If you'd like some heat, stir in chili flakes or hot sauce at this stage.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the pan, tossing it in the peanut ginger sauce until fully coated. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more salt, lime, or honey as desired).

Step 9

Serve warm over cooked rice, garnished with crushed roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1416.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2993.3

Total Fat 179.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 545mg	0%
Sodium 3688.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 50.1g
Protein 170.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218.0mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 2774.4mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 24.8%