How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Peanut Chicken?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 fryer, cut up or 4 to 6 chicken breasts, 1 (8 oz.) Russian salad dressing, 1 envelope dried onion soup mix, 1 (10 oz.) apricot preserves, and more.

Is Spicy Peanut Chicken suitable as meat & poultry?

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

How do I store leftover Spicy Peanut Chicken?

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

Spicy Peanut Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Peanut Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 fryer, cut up or 4 to 6 chicken breasts; 1 (8 oz.) Russian salad dressing; 1 envelope dried onion soup mix; 1 (10 oz.) apricot preserves; 1 tsp. Accent; 1 tsp. lemon pepper; 2 Tbsp. peanut butter; 1/4 c. chopped roasted peanuts; 2 to 3 c. cooked yellow rice

Try this homemade Spicy Peanut Chicken recipe the whole family will love. Made with fryer, salad dressing, onion soup and apricot preserves. Easy step-b…

This Spicy Peanut Chicken relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as (10 oz.) apricot preserves, accent, lemon pepper and peanut butter. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 361 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1 fryer, cut up or 4 to 6 chicken breasts
1 (8 oz.) Russian salad dressing
1 envelope dried onion soup mix
1 (10 oz.) apricot preserves
1 tsp. Accent
1 tsp. lemon pepper
2 Tbsp. peanut butter
1/4 c. chopped roasted peanuts
2 to 3 c. cooked yellow rice

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
361 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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