Description

Tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy Thai-inspired peanut sauce and served over jasmine rice. This dish offers a delicious blend of savory, sweet, and nutty flavors, garnished with fresh cilantro and crunchy peanuts.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp red curry paste
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp grated ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (plus more for garnish)
1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
Cooked jasmine rice, for serving

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Instructions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute.
Stir in peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, red curry paste, brown sugar, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth.
Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and let simmer in the sauce for 15–20 minutes, until fully cooked and tender.
Stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve chicken and sauce over jasmine rice, topped with crushed peanuts and extra cilantro.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for a juicier result, but breasts work well too.
Adjust red curry paste to taste for more or less heat.
Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (with rice)
Calories: 580
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 110mg