Chicken in Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken in Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup tomato puree; 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter; 1/2 cup fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon curry powder; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast cutlets, pounded flat; 1 pinch salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup water, or as needed (optional); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons chopped unsalted peanuts

Servings: persons

1 cup tomato puree
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast cutlets, pounded flat
1 pinch salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup water, or as needed (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted peanuts

1
Thoroughly mix tomato puree, peanut butter, orange juice, soy sauce, and honey in a bowl.
2
Stir ginger and curry powder into the tomato mixture.
3
Season chicken cutlets with salt and black pepper.
4
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken in hot oil until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
5
Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken, reduce heat to medium-low, and place a cover on the skillet; cook at a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens, about 30 minutes.
6
Add water as needed to thin sauce if it gets too thick.
7
Sprinkle parsley and peanuts over the chicken to serve.

527

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup tomato puree, 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter, 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Chicken in Peanut Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken in Peanut Sauce

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