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Name: Peanut Butter Chicken Skillet
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total); 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp grated fresh ginger; 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat); 1 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish); 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish, optional); Lime wedges (for serving, optional)

Peanut Butter Chicken Skillet

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This Peanut Butter Chicken Skillet is a quick, protein-packed dinner that’s both comforting and bold. The creamy peanut butter sauce, laced with ginger, garlic, and a hint of honey, hugs juicy chicken breasts for a dish that’s both familiar and exciting. Finished with fresh green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it over rice, noodles, or crisp greens for an Instagram-ready meal that’s sure to impress. It’s a fun, weeknight-friendly way to turn two pantry staples into a crave-worthy, flavor-packed entrée.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes (if using) until smooth. Add 2-3 tablespoons of warm water to thin the sauce to a pourable consistency.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove chicken to a plate and let rest.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour the peanut sauce into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until slightly thickened.
Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
Serve chicken topped with extra sauce, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Add lime wedges on the side, if desired.