Description
Peanut Butter Chicken is a creamy, savory dish with tender chicken coated in a rich, Asian-inspired peanut butter sauce. With the perfect balance of flavors from peanut butter, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil, this quick and easy meal comes together in less than 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a comforting meal, Peanut Butter Chicken is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 ½ pounds chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tablespoons cornstarch (or almond flour for low-carb)
¼ cup natural peanut butter (no added salt or sugar)
¼ cup hoisin sauce (or teriyaki sauce; use keto-friendly version if low-carb)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 1 clove)
⅔ cup water
2 tablespoons cooking oil
Garnishes (Optional):
½ tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
For Serving:
Cooked white rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
Instructions
- Coat the Chicken: In a small bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch (or almond flour for a low-carb option) until evenly coated. Set aside.
- Make the Peanut Butter Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and water until smooth and well combined.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, add the coated chicken pieces. Cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the peanut butter sauce into the skillet over the chicken. Stir to coat the chicken evenly and let it cook for another 4-5 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the chicken with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over your choice of rice (white, jasmine, basmati, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option).
Notes
- Low-Carb/Keto: Use almond flour instead of cornstarch and opt for keto-friendly hoisin or teriyaki sauce.
- Spicy Kick: Add chili flakes or fresh chopped chili peppers to the sauce for an extra layer of heat.
- Noodles: Serve the chicken over noodles instead of rice for a different texture.
- Vegetable Add-ins: Add vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli for a more hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Cuisine: Asian
