Creamy, savory, and slightly sweet, this Peanut Butter Chicken Healthy is a dinner recipe that the whole family will love. With an easy-to-follow recipe that requires minimal ingredients and time, you can have this delicious dinner on the table in no time. Rich in protein and fiber, this healthy dinner packs in nutrients while still tasting great.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 8 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, pepper, ginger, and cayenne pepper. Whisk in the water until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped peanuts and cook for 2 minutes more.
Nutritional Information
This recipe yields 4 servings, with each serving containing 285 calories, 14.6g fat, 17.2g carbohydrates, and 20.5g protein.
Serving Suggestions
This Peanut Butter Chicken Healthy is great served with brown rice or quinoa, and a side of steamed broccoli. For an even heartier meal, serve this over a bed of roasted vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and carrots. And for a delicious finishing touch, sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top.
This Peanut Butter Chicken Healthy is sure to become a dinner favorite in your house. With its delicious flavor and nutritious ingredients, this recipe is sure to satisfy everyone's taste buds and make for a healthy dinner that the whole family can enjoy.
