Chef John's Peanut Curry Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Directions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, garlic, ginger, curry powder, cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
2. Add the coconut milk and peanut butter and stir until blended. Add the cubed chicken and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the cilantro and lime juice and cook for 5 minutes more.
5. Serve hot, with cooked rice or noodles.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a classic combination of Indian, Thai, and Asian flavors.
• This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or other proteins.
• This dish is a great way to introduce your family to the flavors of Indian, Thai, and Asian cuisines.