Thai Style Peanut Chicken

Indulge in the rich, savory, and slightly spicy flavors of Thai cuisine with this crowd-pleasing Thai Style Peanut Chicken recipe! Tender bites of chicken breast are coated in a luscious, creamy peanut sauce made with coconut milk, soy sauce, and a touch of sriracha for just the right amount of heat. Fresh ginger and garlic infuse the dish with aromatic depth, while red bell peppers add a burst of color and crunch. Served over perfectly fluffy jasmine rice and topped with vibrant green onions, crunchy crushed peanuts, and fresh cilantro, this easy-to-make recipe is a weeknight dinner hero that feels restaurant-quality. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a delicious way to bring the bold flavors of Thailand to your table! Perfect for fans of quick and hearty Asian-inspired meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken breast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 4 tbsp creamy peanut butter
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp sriracha
• 1 red bell pepper
• 2 green onions
• 2 tbsp crushed peanuts
• 2 tbsp cilantro
• 4 cups cooked jasmine rice

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and green onions.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Stir in the soy sauce, peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, brown sugar, and sriracha. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Add the sliced red bell pepper to the skillet and simmer the sauce over medium heat for 5 minutes, until the bell pepper softens slightly.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat it evenly in the peanut sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the chicken absorbs the flavors.

Step 8

Serve the peanut chicken over cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with sliced green onions, crushed peanuts, and chopped cilantro for a fresh and vibrant finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2087.6 grams (2087.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2766

Total Fat 90.60g	116%
Saturated Fat 17.00g	85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.20g
Cholesterol 430mg	143%
Sodium 3877mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 306.80g	112%
Dietary Fiber 12.90g	46%
Total Sugars 51.20g
Protein 188.70g	377%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 307mg	24%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 3292mg	70%

*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: 29.1%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 43.9%