Description
Ginger Peanut Chicken with Coconut Rice is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory peanut sauce, served over creamy coconut rice. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a taste of tropical bliss in every bite. With its vibrant flavors and textures, it’s sure to impress your family and friends, making it a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in a mixture of soy sauce, lime juice, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water. Combine with coconut milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter with reserved marinade and some water until smooth. Pour over seared chicken in the skillet.
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Fluff coconut rice and serve topped with ginger peanut chicken and garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg