Go Back
A vibrant bowl of Thai Peanut Chicken with red peppers, cilantro, and crushed peanuts over rice.

Thai Peanut Chicken

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk, unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hone y
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and red curry paste until smooth.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken cubes and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Incorporate minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced red bell pepper; sauté for 2 minutes until vegetables soften slightly.
  5. Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the mixture and reduce heat to low.
  6. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  7. Garnish with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro before serving.