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A dish of Thai peanut chicken garnished with fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts.

Quick Thai Peanut Chicken

This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken pieces coated in a flavorful Thai-style peanut sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • wok

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil vegetable, canola, or light olive oil
  • 1 cup Thai-style peanut sauce good quality, store-bought

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Cut the chicken breasts or thighs into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in an even layer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through.
  • Pour the store-bought Thai peanut sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat evenly.
  • Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and beautifully coats the chicken.
  • Serve your quick and easy Thai Peanut Chicken immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the peanut sauce. Serve with rice or noodles and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and peanuts for garnish.