Thai Peanut Chicken Bowl
Thai Peanut Chicken Bowl is a vibrant, flavorful meal featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and rice noodles tossed in a creamy peanut sauce. Topped with fresh herbs and crushed peanuts, it’s a satisfying and healthy dish inspired by Thai cuisine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
– 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
– 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
– 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1/3 cup warm water
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
– 1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
– 4 cups cooked rice
– 4 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, sliced red bell peppers, shredded carrots, snap peas)
– Optional Garnishes: Fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, ginger, garlic, and water until smooth.
- Divide noodles among bowls. Top with cooked chicken, bell pepper, carrot, and cabbage.
- Drizzle with peanut sauce and garnish with cilantro, green onions, and crushed peanuts.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra heat, add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the peanut sauce.
- Use tofu or shrimp instead of chicken for a variation.
- Make the peanut sauce ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Add edamame or bean sprouts for more crunch and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/thai-peanut-chicken-bowl/
