Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken (Tangy, Nutty, and Perfectly Piquant!)

Description:

Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken is a mouthwatering combination of tender chicken pieces, creamy peanut sauce, and zesty spices. This dish offers a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. It’s an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that brings the vibrant taste of Thai cuisine to your dinner table.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 tbsp vegetable oil
– 1 bell pepper, sliced
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced

For the Peanut Sauce:
– 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tbsp rice vinegar
– 2 tbsp lime juice
– 1 tbsp honey
– 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
– 1/2 cup coconut milk
– 1/4 cup water
– 1/2 tsp ground ginger

For Serving:
– 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
– Fresh cilantro, chopped
– Cooked jasmine rice

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the peanut sauce until smooth.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the peanut sauce over it. Stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables with the sauce.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve the Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken over cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
8. Enjoy the tangy, nutty, and perfectly piquant flavors of Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken!