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Thai Peanut Chicken

Thai Peanut Chicken is a delicious dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken breast Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup Peanut butter Creamy or crunchy based on preference
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Grated
Vegetables
  • 2 cups Vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, etc.) Use a mix based on preference
Serving Options
  • 4 cups Rice or lettuce cups For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together the peanut butter, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the sauce.
  2. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Cooking
  1. Sauté the chicken in a pan over medium heat until cooked through.
  2. Add your choice of vegetables to the pan and stir-fry until tender.
  3. Pour in the peanut sauce and stir to coat the chicken and veggies.
Serving
  1. Serve the Thai Peanut Chicken over rice or in lettuce cups.
  2. Garnish with chopped peanuts or fresh cilantro for extra flavor, if desired.

Notes

To store, let cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage. Reheat in microwave or on stove. For added spice, use sriracha or red pepper flakes.