Imagine a dinner that's not just a meal, but a culinary adventure that checks all the boxes: low-carb, gluten-free, and bursting with Asian-inspired flavors! This Peanut Chicken Skillet is your ticket to a quick, delicious dinner that will have your family begging for seconds. In just 25 minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish that's both nutritious and incredibly satisfying. Get ready to elevate your weeknight cooking game with this irresistible recipe that proves healthy eating never has to be boring!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by cutting chicken breast into uniform cubes, mincing ginger and garlic, and slicing bell peppers and green onions.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring the pan is evenly heated.
- Add cubed chicken to the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes while stirring occasionally until chicken is golden brown and nearly cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sautéing for 30-45 seconds until fragrant and releasing their aromatic oils.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, creating a smooth sauce mixture.
- Pour the peanut butter sauce over the chicken in the skillet, stirring to coat all chicken pieces evenly.
- Add sliced bell peppers to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until peppers are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken and chicken to complete cooking.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a complete low-carb meal.
Tips
- Cut chicken into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
- Use high-quality, natural peanut butter for the richest, most authentic sauce.
- Don't overcook the bell peppers - they should remain slightly crisp for the best texture.
- For extra heat, add a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- If the sauce is too thick, thin it with a little chicken broth or water.
- Let the chicken rest for a minute after cooking to retain its juiciness.
- For a complete low-carb meal, serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Fresh ginger and garlic make a huge difference - avoid pre-minced versions if possible.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast-iron pan for the best cooking results.
- Meal prep tip: This dish reheats beautifully, making it perfect for lunch the next day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg
