Thai Peanut Curry Chicken
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai Peanut Curry Chicken, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a luscious peanut sauce infused with garlic and ginger. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, offering a taste of Thailand right in your kitchen. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3–4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger (peeled and grated)
- 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients by chopping the chicken, mincing the garlic, and grating the ginger.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in coconut milk along with peanut butter, soy sauce, and lime juice. Mix well and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving over rice or noodles garnished with cilantro or chopped peanuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg