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Savory Easy Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken

A quick and easy recipe featuring tender chicken pieces in a rich peanut butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter Using creamy peanut butter ensures a smooth consistency.
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)
  • to taste Chopped green onions (for garnish)
  • for serving Cooked rice or noodles

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well until it becomes a smooth sauce.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  3. Pour the peanut sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir continuously to coat the chicken in the delicious sauce for about 3-4 minutes. Ensure everything is evenly mixed.
Serving
  1. Once heated through, remove from heat and serve the chicken over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions for an added touch.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it up in a skillet on low heat, adding a splash of water to help loosen the sauce.