Thai Peanut Chicken Delight Recipe
A flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a creamy peanut sauce, complemented by vibrant vegetables. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 cup snap peas trimmed and halved
- 2 medium green onions finely chopped
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- fresh cilantro for garnish
- crushed peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add red bell pepper and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Toss to coat evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and crushed peanuts.
- Serve warm over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.