Description
This Peanut Butter Chicken recipe is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken breast pieces coated in cornstarch and cooked in a creamy, savory peanut butter and hoisin sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that blends rich Asian-inspired flavors with a creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons corn starch (or almond flour)
Sauce
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup Hoisin sauce (or keto teriyaki sauce)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup water
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons oil (to fry)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Coat the chicken: In a small bowl, add the chopped chicken breast and cornstarch. Toss well until all pieces are evenly coated, which will help create a slightly crispy texture when cooked.
- Prepare the sauce: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and water until smooth and well combined.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the coated chicken pieces and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared peanut butter sauce over the cooked chicken in the pan. Stir well to coat all the chicken pieces evenly. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and cling to the chicken.
- Finish and garnish: Remove the pan from heat. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken for added flavor and a fresh garnish. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and use almond flour instead of cornstarch.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
- Use natural, unsweetened peanut butter for a healthier option.
- Ensure the chicken pieces are cut uniformly for even cooking.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
