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Finished dish served over rice topped with peanuts and sliced green onion.
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5 from 2 votes

Peanut Butter Chicken

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
This easy peanut butter chicken features delicious bites of chicken coated in savory peanut sauce with frozen stir fry vegetables.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
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Ingredients 

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot starch
  • frozen stir fry vegetables
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth (or water)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided

Instructions 

  • In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the sauce.
  • Coat chicken. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the frozen stir fry veggies to the skillet. Stir-fry until the veggies are heated through and tender.
  • Return the chicken back to the pan and pour the sauce in. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring, to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, or crushed peanuts for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use smooth natural peanut butter. Do not use crunchy peanut butter for this creamy peanut butter sauce. You can also use almond butter, tahini, or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free alternative.
  • Serve this easy peanut butter chicken recipe over brown rice, white rice, or even cauliflower rice. You can also eat it with noodles.
  • Finish the dish with some chopped peanuts, green onions, cilantro, or sesame seeds. For an added kick, sprinkle the dish with some red pepper flakes.
  • To serve to a toddler who struggles with mixing of their foods, make a deconstructed plate.

Nutrition

Calories: 513kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 28g | Sodium: 773mg | Potassium: 872mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
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