Sweet and Spicy Peanut Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that brings together tender chicken with a rich, creamy peanut sauce that’s both sweet and spicy. With a perfect balance of heat from chili flakes and sweetness from honey, this dish is ideal for those who love bold flavors. The peanut sauce, infused with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, coats the chicken beautifully, making it a satisfying meal that pairs well with rice or noodles. It’s a quick and easy recipe that offers a deliciously unique take on a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Chopped peanuts and green onions for garnish (optional)
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions:
- Cook the chicken: Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the peanut sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant. Lower the heat and stir in the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, chicken broth, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth and heated through.
- Combine and simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing it in the peanut sauce. Let everything simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir in the lime juice.
- Serve: Serve the Sweet and Spicy Peanut Chicken over cooked rice or noodles, and garnish with chopped peanuts and green onions if desired.
This Sweet and Spicy Peanut Chicken is a delicious, creamy, and bold-flavored dish that’s sure to become a favorite for weeknight dinners!
