Description
This savory Peanut Butter Chicken Stir Fry is a bold, flavor-packed dish that comes together in just 30 minutes! Juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy, slightly spicy peanut sauce create the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Base:
- 1.5 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ large yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
For the Peanut Sauce:
- ½ cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy with minimal ingredients)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and sauté the diced chicken breasts until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the red bell pepper, onion, and chopped garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, chili garlic paste, and lime juice until smooth.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, pour in the peanut sauce, and stir well to coat evenly. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat, stir in chopped cilantro, and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the chili garlic paste.
- Use crunchy peanut butter for extra texture.
- Swap chicken with tofu or shrimp for variations.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American