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50 Minute Peanut Butter Curry Chicken Magic

Peanut Butter Curry Chicken
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You will love this Peanut Butter Curry Chicken. It offers a wonderful sweet and savory flavor profile, blending rich peanut butter with aromatic curry spices for a comforting and memorable dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Whisk in the peanut butter, coconut milk, and chicken broth until the sauce is smooth.
  7. Add the soy sauce and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. Stir in the lime juice. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or sugar as needed.
  10. Serve the Peanut Butter Curry Chicken hot over rice or noodles. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, toast the peanut butter in a dry pan for a minute before adding liquids.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more chicken broth. If it is too thin, let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed broccoli or green beans for added freshness.

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