Easy Peanut Butter Chicken
A quick and satisfying dish combining savory flavors with tender chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Pour the prepared peanut sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir gently to coat the chicken evenly.
- Season: Taste the chicken and season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve the chicken hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
You can use creamy or crunchy peanut butter depending on your texture preference. For a gluten-free option, choose tamari instead of soy sauce.
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