– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1 onion, sliced
– 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
– 1 tablespoon red curry paste
– 1 cup coconut milk
– 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– 1 teaspoon brown sugar
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: Crushed peanuts for topping
Creating Thai Peanut Curry Chicken is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Add Curry Paste: Stir in the red curry paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom.
5. Combine Sauce Ingredients: Pour in the coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.
6. Return Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, stirring to coat it in the sauce. Let simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.