Spicy Cilantro Peanut Chicken
Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this irresistible Spicy Cilantro Peanut Chicken! This dish combines tender, golden-browned chicken thighs with a rich and creamy peanut butter sauce infused with bold flavors like soy sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic, fresh ginger, and red chili flakes for a spicy kick. The finishing touch? A generous sprinkle of fresh cilantro and crunchy roasted peanuts for a burst of freshness and texture. Perfectly paired with fluffy rice or noodles, this 40-minute recipe is a delicious fusion of tangy, savory, and nutty notes that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this dish packs a punch of flavor while remaining comforting and easy to prepare.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 0.33 cup unsweetened peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice or noodles (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Begin by patting the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 3
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Step 4
Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, red chili flakes, and water to the skillet. Stir until the mixture is smooth and combined, creating a rich, spicy peanut sauce.
Step 5
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken, and let it simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro, mixing it into the sauce.
Step 7
Garnish the dish with chopped roasted peanuts and additional cilantro, if desired.
Step 8
Serve the Spicy Cilantro Peanut Chicken over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1279.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1871.6 |
| Total Fat 96.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g | |
| Cholesterol 384.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4128.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 159.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.9g | |
| Protein 106.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 234.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2025.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories