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Thai Peanut Chicken


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  • Author: Klara Henschel,
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a rich and creamy Thai peanut sauce, perfect served on skewers or over fluffy rice for an easy flavorful dinner.


Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • Lime wedges, peanuts, green onions, and cilantro for garnish


Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  2. Transfer 1 cup of peanut sauce to a separate bowl and refrigerate for serving later.
  3. Place chicken chunks in a large dish and pour remaining sauce over the chicken. Toss well to coat.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
  5. Thread chicken onto skewers if desired.
  6. Broil chicken on high for 6 minutes per side, or grill over medium-high heat for 12–16 minutes total, until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  7. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve with rice, reserved peanut sauce, lime wedges, peanuts, green onions, and cilantro.

Notes

  • For gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
  • For keto, replace brown sugar with a low-carb sweetener.
  • Wooden skewers should be soaked in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grill, Broil
  • Cuisine: Thai