Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for added spice
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
- In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth. Adjust the flavor with more honey or soy sauce, and add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Remove cooked chicken thighs from the skillet and set aside. Pour the peanut sauce into the skillet and heat gently, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each thigh. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro. Serve with steamed rice or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Use skinless chicken thighs for a lower-fat option.
- For extra tenderness, cook the chicken in the oven or slow cooker as preferred.
- Adjust spice level by adding more red pepper flakes or chili sauce.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in microwave or skillet, adding a splash of lime juice or water to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: High-Protein, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
