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Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken: A Flavor Explosion You Can’t Resist

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This Irresistible Thai Peanut Chicken features tender chicken thighs in a rich peanut sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup of soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of honey
  • 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (adjust for heat preference)
  • 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
  • Chopped green onions and crushed peanuts for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a skillet, add chicken, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken, stir well, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and crushed peanuts, and serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
  • Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg