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Chicken Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce

  • Author: Amanda

Ingredients

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Before diving into the cooking process, let’s gather all the necessary ingredients to make this mouthwatering chicken stir-fry with peanut sauce:

  • For the Stir-Fry:
    • 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
    • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (such as canola or sesame oil)
    • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 cup of broccoli florets
    • 1 cup of snap peas
    • 1 medium carrot, julienned
    • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
    • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
    • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
    • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Peanut Sauce:
    • 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter
    • 1/4 cup of soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon of sriracha or chili sauce (adjust to taste)
    • 1 tablespoon of lime juice
    • 1/4 cup of water (or more to achieve desired consistency)

Instructions

Creating this delectable chicken stir-fry with peanut sauce involves a few simple steps. Follow these numbered instructions to achieve the best results:

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

  1. Slice the Chicken: Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips. This ensures even cooking and a tender result.
  2. Chop the Vegetables: Slice the bell peppers, julienne the carrot, and prepare the broccoli florets and snap peas. Mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and thinly slice the onion.

Step 2: Make the Peanut Sauce

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, lime juice, and water until smooth. Adjust the water to achieve the desired consistency.
  2. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the flavors as needed. You can add more sriracha for heat, honey for sweetness, or lime juice for tanginess.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken and Vegetables

  1. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken strips to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add Remaining Vegetables: Add the bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Return the Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix with the vegetables.

Step 4: Combine with Peanut Sauce

  1. Add the Sauce: Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
  2. Simmer and Serve: Allow the stir-fry to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld together. Serve hot.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g

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