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Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken

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A delightful dish combining savory chicken with rich peanut butter, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Oil for frying
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and water until smooth.
  2. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Pour the peanut butter sauce over the chicken and stir to coat.
  5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

For variation, substitute chicken with tofu or add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli.

  • Author: elfassimaryam243gmail-com
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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