Peanut Butter Chicken with Curry & Quick Pickled Veggies Recipe
Peanut Butter Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring marinated chicken breast cooked to a golden brown and tossed in a rich, creamy peanut sauce. Paired with quick pickled veggies and served over rice, this meal offers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and tangy flavors that are sure to satisfy your taste buds and impress your family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
For the Peanut Sauce
- 1 recipe of super easy peanut sauce (typically includes peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, garlic, and water to thin)
For Serving
- Rice, cooked
- Quick pickled veggies
- Fresh chopped cilantro
- Thinly sliced green onion
Instructions
- Make Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, red curry paste, curry powder, garlic powder, ginger paste, kosher salt, and fresh cracked pepper. Mix well to form a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate Chicken: Add the diced chicken breast pieces into the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.
- Prepare Sauce and Veggies: While the chicken marinates, prepare the peanut sauce according to your preferred recipe and make quick pickled vegetables to serve alongside the dish.
- Cook Chicken: Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes. Heat a large cast-iron pan, skillet, or griddle over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken pieces in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Cook the chicken, turning occasionally, until a dark golden brown crust forms on all sides and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Toss the cooked chicken in the peanut sauce or drizzle the sauce on top. Serve the chicken over cooked rice, garnished with quick pickled veggies, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions for a vibrant and delicious meal.
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Notes
- Marinating the chicken for at least 1 hour (up to 2 hours) ensures maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Letting the chicken come to room temperature before cooking helps it cook evenly.
- Use a cast-iron pan or heavy skillet for a better sear and caramelization.
- The peanut sauce can be adjusted for spice and sweetness according to your taste.
- Quick pickled veggies add a nice tang and crunch that balance the richness of the peanut sauce.
