Thai Peanut Chicken Bowls: An Incredible Essential Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Thai Peanut Chicken Bowls, a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce that melds together for a deliciously comforting dish. With its versatility, you can easily customize ingredients to suit your taste or dietary needs. Plus, it’s ideal for meal prep, ensuring you can enjoy wholesome leftovers throughout the week. Gather your family around this crowd-pleaser and savor each flavorful bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 carrot
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Peanut sauce (peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey/maple syrup, sriracha)
Instructions
- Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey/maple syrup, and sriracha until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season sliced chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic and vegetables to the skillet; stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Pour peanut sauce over chicken and vegetables; toss to coat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve over cooked brown rice or quinoa and garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg