Description
Peanut Butter Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy peanut butter sauce. The dish is easy to make, requiring simple ingredients like peanut butter, coconut milk, and soy sauce, making it the perfect weeknight dinner. Customize the recipe with your choice of spice level and enjoy a delicious, hearty meal!
Ingredients
- Chicken (4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
- Peanut butter (1/2 cup, smooth or crunchy depending on your preference)
- Coconut milk (1 can, about 13.5 oz)
- Soy sauce (2-3 tbsp)
- Honey or brown sugar (1-2 tbsp, for sweetness)
- Garlic (2-3 cloves, minced)
- Ginger (1-inch piece, minced or grated)
- Lime juice (1-2 tbsp, fresh)
- Sesame oil (1 tbsp, optional)
- Curry powder or ground turmeric (1 tsp, optional for extra flavor)
- Red pepper flakes or chili paste (optional, for a spicy kick)
- Chicken broth (1/2 cup, optional, to adjust consistency)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
- Chopped peanuts (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute, then add peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice. Stir until smooth and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the pan, tossing it in the sauce. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, then serve with rice or noodles and garnish with fresh cilantro and peanuts.
Notes
- Adjust the Heat: To make the dish spicier, add chili flakes, sriracha, or fresh chopped chili peppers to the sauce. Adjust to your desired spice level.
- Make It Vegetarian: Substitute the chicken with tofu for a vegetarian version. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then sauté it until crispy for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20