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 (2 lb) chicken, cut up; 1 garlic clove, grated; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 onion, chopped; ½ cup chopped green pepper; 1 ½ cups chicken broth; ½ teaspoon coriander seed, crushed; ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated; ½ cup peanuts, ground or 3 tablespoons peanut butter; salt and pepper; olive, to garnish (optional); fried plantain, to garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (2 lb) chicken, cut up
1 garlic clove, grated
3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
½ cup chopped green pepper
1 ½ cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon coriander seed, crushed
½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
½ cup peanuts, ground or 3 tablespoons peanut butter
salt and pepper
olive, to garnish (optional)
fried plantain, to garnish (optional)

1
Sprinkle cleaned chicken with garlic.
2
Melt butter in skillet, and saute chicken until golden brown on all sides.
3
Remove.
4
Cook onion and green pepper in remaining butter, adding more butter if necessary.
5
Return chicken to pan, then add broth, coriander seeds, ginger and peanut.
6
Cover and simmer until chicken begins to fall away from the bone, about 1 hour.
7
Remove skin and bones and return chicken to gravy.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Serve with rice.

498

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 lb) chicken, cut up, 1 garlic clove, grated, 3 tablespoons butter, 1 onion, chopped, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken in Peanut Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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