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Thai Peanut Chicken: The Perfect Flavorful Recipe!

A flavorful Thai Peanut Chicken recipe that combines tender chicken thighs with a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for serving over jasmine rice.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked jasmine rice for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are fully coated with the peanut sauce. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add a little oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. In a small saucepan, heat the reserved marinade over medium heat until it comes to a simmer. Cook for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Serve the grilled chicken over jasmine rice, drizzled with the thickened sauce, and garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with firm tofu, marinating and grilling it the same way.
  • Add steamed broccoli or bell peppers to the dish for extra vegetables and color.

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