Spicy Peanut Chicken

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Spicy Peanut Chicken
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 30, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: Chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic, chili-garlic sauce, and honey until smooth.
  2. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Serve the spicy peanut chicken over white rice or noodles, garnished with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, if desired.

Interesting Facts

  • This spicy peanut chicken dish is a great way to use up leftover peanut butter.
  • This dish is gluten-free and can be made dairy-free by omitting the honey.
  • You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or carrots, to the skillet when cooking the chicken.