Description
These Thai Peanut Chicken Bowls are a delicious and nutritious meal option that is perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner. Tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce come together in a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or brown rice
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts
- Lime wedges for serving
Peanut Sauce:
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2–3 tablespoons warm water to thin
Instructions
- Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all peanut sauce ingredients until smooth, adding water to reach desired consistency. Set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat and toss with a few spoonfuls of peanut sauce.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each with chicken, shredded carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, and a generous drizzle of peanut sauce. Garnish with cilantro, chopped peanuts, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice.
- Add avocado or edamame for extra texture and nutrition.
- The peanut sauce also works great as a dipping sauce or salad dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
