Grilled Peanut-Garlic Chicken Recipe

Name: Grilled Peanut-Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 scallions, minced, with green tops; 12 inch gingerroot, 1/2-inch piece, minced; 1 lime, juice of; 1 lime, wedges (optional); ¼ cup sake; ¼ cup creamy peanut butter; 3 tablespoons peanut oil; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar; ground black pepper; chopped cilantro, garnish

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 scallions, minced, with green tops
12 inch gingerroot, 1/2-inch piece, minced
1 lime, juice of
1 lime, wedges (optional)
¼ cup sake
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons peanut oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar
ground black pepper
chopped cilantro, garnish

1
Place chicken breasts in food storage bag.
2
Set aside.
3
Combine all remaining ingredients (EXCEPT cilantro and lime wedges) in a medium bowl; mix until smooth.
4
Pour over chicken, seal bag.
5
Marinate in refrigerator for up to 2 hours or overnight.
6
Prepare grill for indirect cooking, brush or wipe grill with oil.
7
Remove chicken from marinade.
8
Begin grilling chicken, turning once, until tender and no longer pink, about 15 minutes.
9
To serve, sprinkle with chopped cilantro and sprinkle with lime juice, if desired.

785

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 2 scallions, minced, with green tops, 12 inch gingerroot, 1/2-inch piece, minced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Peanut-Garlic Chicken 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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Grilled Peanut-Garlic Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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