Thai Peanut Chicken Stir Fry - Easy Recipes for Dinner
This quick Thai Peanut Chicken Stir Fry is one of those easy recipes that turns dinner into a flavorful feast in minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown), for serving
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, for garnish
- Crushed peanuts, for garnish (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
For the Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional for heat)
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 to 3 tablespoons warm water (to thin the sauce)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the peanut sauce ingredients. Add warm water one tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add sliced bell peppers and shredded carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are just tender.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice. Garnish with green onions, crushed peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges as desired.