A rich and satisfying Thai-inspired chicken dish made with a creamy peanut sauce, infused with lime, garlic, and a hint of spice. Perfect for both busy nights and special meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, chopped
1 tbsp vegetable oil
½ cup smooth, unsweetened peanut butter
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
⅓ cup full-fat coconut milk
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh grated ginger
1–2 tsp sriracha or chili sauce (optional)
Optional: chopped peanuts, cilantro, green onions
Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
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Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
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In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, coconut milk, lime juice, sugar or honey, garlic, ginger, and chili sauce until smooth.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned and fully cooked, about 8–10 minutes. Remove from pan.
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Add sauce to the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring often until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
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Return chicken to the skillet and toss in the sauce. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
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Serve hot over rice or noodles with your favorite toppings.