Peanut Butter Chicken
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Peanut Butter Chicken, a quick and easy dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into a culinary adventure. This creamy, savory chicken is coated in a luscious peanut butter sauce and comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy families. With its rich taste and comforting texture, this healthier homemade option surpasses takeout any day. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal that will please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup hoisin sauce
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ⅔ cup water
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, coat the chicken with cornstarch and set aside.
- Mix peanut butter, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and water in another bowl until smooth.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes until no longer pink.
- Pour in the sauce and stir to coat chicken. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with optional sesame seeds or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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