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Easy Peanut Butter Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Peanut Butter Chicken is a flavorful, rich, and creamy dish combining tender chicken breast with a blend of spices, tomato, and natural peanut butter. It’s simmered with coconut cream and honey to create a deliciously balanced meal that pairs perfectly with rice or naan. Ideal for those seeking a simple yet exotic dinner option.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Aromatics

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 450 g chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • ½ red chilli pepper, deseeded and finely chopped

Spices and Sauces

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 x 400 g can chopped tomatoes
  • 50 g natural peanut butter
  • 200 ml chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 100 ml coconut cream

Garnish

  • 30 g toasted peanuts, plus more for serving
  • Fresh coriander, a handful
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breast pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are no longer pink; cook a couple more minutes if you prefer them slightly golden.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Stir in the finely diced onion, chopped garlic, ginger, and red chilli pepper. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add Spices and Soy Sauce: Mix in the ground cumin, ground coriander, and soy sauce. Continue cooking for one more minute, stirring frequently to combine the flavors.
  4. Add Tomatoes: Pour in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another minute, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly.
  5. Combine Peanut Butter and Stock: Stir in the natural peanut butter and chicken stock. Continue stirring until the peanut butter has fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
  6. Add Honey and Coconut Cream: After the peanut butter has melted, add the honey and coconut cream, stirring well to blend all the ingredients smoothly.
  7. Simmer the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low-medium and let the mixture simmer gently for 4-5 minutes until it thickens and flavors develop.
  8. Finish and Garnish: Stir in the toasted peanuts and fresh coriander. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately over your favorite rice or alongside naan bread. Garnish with extra toasted peanuts if desired.

Notes

  • For extra heat, include some of the chilli seeds or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Use natural peanut butter without added sugar or salt for a more authentic taste.
  • Substitute chicken breast with thighs for a juicier texture if preferred.
  • This recipe can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free soy sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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