Ingredients
– 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 cup snap peas or green beans
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1-inch piece ginger, grated
– 1/4 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
– Chopped peanuts (for garnish)
– Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken is straightforward. Just follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
2. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced red bell pepper and snap peas (or green beans). Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
4. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, and rice vinegar until smooth.
6. Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the peanut sauce over the mixture. Stir until everything is well-coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro and peanuts.
8. Plate the Dish: Serve your Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken with lime wedges on the side for added zest.
These steps will guide you in making a truly flavorful dish that captures the essence of Thai cuisine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g