Best 8 Contest Winning Peanut Chicken Stir Fry Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our irresistible Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry, a harmonious fusion of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Our easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Discover the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and nutty flavors as succulent chicken mingles with crisp vegetables in a delectable peanut sauce. This stir-fry symphony is not only a taste sensation but also a visual masterpiece, adorned with vibrant colors and textures.

Unleash your inner chef and explore variations of this versatile dish with our curated collection of peanut chicken stir-fry recipes. From the classic version to tantalizing twists infused with Thai, Indian, and Szechuan influences, there's a culinary adventure waiting for every palate. Dive into the depths of flavor with our Thai Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry, where aromatic lemongrass and fiery chilies dance together in a symphony of Southeast Asian spices. Embark on an Indian culinary expedition with our Chicken Satay Stir-Fry, where succulent chicken is marinated in a blend of yogurt, garam masala, and ginger-garlic paste, then grilled to perfection. Experience the fiery Sichuan heat in our Szechuan Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry, where bold flavors of chili oil, Sichuan peppercorns, and peanuts ignite your taste buds.

Whether you're a seasoned stir-fry enthusiast or a culinary novice, our Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry extravaganza will guide you through the process with effortless ease. Impress your family and friends with this show-stopping dish that promises to elevate your weeknight dinners and special occasions alike. Dive into the vibrant world of Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry and let your taste buds embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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This is a peanutty stir-fry. Serve over rice. If you want more sauce than this recipe makes, do not double the vinegar.

Provided by Hilary

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 clove garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
⅓ cup dry roasted peanuts
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Mix chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, vinegar, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until sauce is smooth.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; saute chicken and garlic until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 5 to 10 minutes. Add red bell pepper and saute until slightly tender, about 1 minute.
  • Stir sauce into chicken chicken mixture and cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Stir peanuts into chicken mixture and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 676.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

THAI PEANUT CHICKEN STIR FRY



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Delicious Thai peanut chicken stir fry is ready to serve in minutes. Full of sweet, salty and spicy flavors, it's a perfect weeknight meal.

Provided by Yumna Jawad

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic clove (minced)
2 teaspoons red pepper flake
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced (about 1½ cups))
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into ½- inch dice)
6 cups chopped vegetables of choice (I used napa cabbage, mushrooms, peppers, sugar snap peas and broccoli)
½ cup dry-roasted peanuts (roughly chopped)
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Prepared brown rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients: peanut butter, water, honey, soy sauce, red curry paste, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large wok or deep, large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium- high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the onion and cook until fragrant and beginning to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and sauté, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked through and the juices run clear, about 4 minutes. Remove the chicken and onion from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, then the mixed vegetables. Sauté until the vegetables are crisp- tender, 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the vegetables selected.
  • Return the chicken and onion to the skillet. Add the reserved peanut sauce. Toss to coat evenly, and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the peanuts and cilantro. Serve hot over rice, topped with additional chopped peanuts and cilantro as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 493 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEANUT CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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Peanut butter is one of my husband's favorite foods. I love that I can use it to make a delicious meal. -Diane Kelly, Puyallup, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
1/4 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Hot cooked rice or noodles

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup water, peanut butter, soy sauce and brown sugar until smooth; set aside. In a skillet or wok, stir-fry garlic in oil for 30 seconds. Add the chicken; stir-fry for 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Add the broccoli; stir-fry for 5 minutes., Stir in the peanut butter mixture; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until sauce is smooth and broccoli is crisp-tender. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; gradually add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

CHICKEN STIR-FRY WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE



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"How do I make chicken interesting?" is a question people often ask me. Here's your answer. I love making a double batch of this sauce and keeping it in the door of the fridge for a day when I need something tasty in a pinch. Don't like spice? Simply omit the hot sauce and the red pepper flakes. You can also sub thinly sliced lean beef for the chicken or just make it a stir-fry with all vegetables...

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 knob ginger, grated (to equal about 1 tablespoon)
5 large cloves garlic, grated
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons canola oil
12 to 15 small red radishes, quartered, plus 1 loose cup radish greens, coarsely chopped
1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips
1 cup frozen peas
Zest and juice from 1 small lime

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the peanut butter with the soy sauce, vinegar, honey, hot sauce, sesame oil, ginger, two-thirds of the garlic and 2 tablespoons warm water until smooth. (If the sauce is too thick, thin with a little more warm water.) Set aside.
  • Arrange the pieces of chicken on a baking sheet in a single layer. Sprinkle on one side with salt and the red pepper flakes. Turn the pieces on their other side and sprinkle again with salt.
  • Heat a large heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat. Add half of the oil and heat until it begins to smoke. Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly add half of the chicken pieces in a single layer. Return the pan to high heat and cook, stirring from time to time, until the chicken is fully cooked, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and repeat with the remaining oil and chicken.
  • In the same skillet, stir in the remaining garlic, radishes, radish greens and peppers and season with salt. Mix so the radish greens wilt. Stir in the peanut sauce and simmer for an additional minute. Taste for seasoning. Stir in the peas and the chicken. Turn off the heat and let rest a couple of minutes on the stove. Top with a few grates of lime zest and the juice.

CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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In my home, one of our go-to dishes for Chinese takeout is chicken and broccoli. It's so flavorful and never dry! The secret to the super tender meat is velveting, the technique of cooking marinated proteins briefly in hot oil. I wanted to replicate the same flavors and textures at home in a budget-friendly way. With just a few fresh vegetables, lots of pantry condiments and only one chicken breast, this recipe will serve four. If you have any leftovers or are meal planning, the velveting technique ensures that the chicken will remain succulent even when reheated.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, about 12 ounces
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and cut into matchsticks
2 cloves garlic, chopped
8 ounces broccoli florets
4 ounces shiitake or button mushrooms, stemmed and sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 small carrot, peeled and cut into 3-inch-long matchsticks
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper, optional
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
3 cups steamed jasmine rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breast in the freezer until firm enough to thinly slice, about 20 minutes. Using a sharp or serrated knife, thinly slice the chicken 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to a medium bowl and drizzle in 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce. Let sit for 10 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of the cornstarch and mix well. Set aside in a cool place for 20 minutes.
  • Whisk the remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch with 2 teaspoons water in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil starts to shimmer, add the chicken slices in an even layer and cook, undisturbed, until they just turn opaque, about 45 seconds. Flip and cook, undisturbed, until almost entirely opaque, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Remove to a bowl.
  • Add the ginger and garlic to the wok. Cook, stirring often, until the garlic is slightly golden brown, about 30 seconds. Add the broccoli and toss to coat; cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms and carrot; toss to combine. Add the Shaoxing wine and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the chicken stock, white pepper if using, chicken and the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
  • Mix the cornstarch mixture in the bowl until well combined then add to the wok. Stir until everything is nicely coated, reduce the heat to medium low and cover with a lid. Cook until the sauce has thickened slightly and the chicken is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Drizzle with the sesame oil. Toss until everything is well combined and transfer to a serving platter. Enjoy warm with steamed rice on the side.

SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN & NOODLES



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This simple spicy peanut noodles recipe tastes like it took hours to make. Everybody says it has the perfect levels of heat and spice. -Sharon Collison, Newark, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (10.8 ounces) frozen broccoli, carrot and sugar snap pea blend
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup coarsely shredded rotisserie chicken
1 package (8.8 ounces) thick rice noodles
3 green onions, thinly sliced on a diagonal
Additional chicken broth, optional

Steps:

  • Microwave frozen vegetables according to package directions., Place broth, peanut butter, teriyaki sauce, pepper and cayenne in a large skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Stir in chicken; heat through. Stir in vegetables., Prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain and immediately add to chicken mixture, tossing to combine. Sprinkle with green onions. If desired, moisten with additional broth. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 971mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

WORLDS BEST CHICKEN STIR-FRY FOR TWO



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This is quite possibly the most flavorful stir-fry I have ever eaten. It is very quick and very easy. Don't let the list of ingredients intimidate you because most of them you will find on your shelf already. Enjoy, Chef David Magazu.

Provided by David Magazu

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb sliced boneless chicken breast
1/2 sliced red bell pepper
1/2 sliced green bell pepper
1 medium french cut white onion
8 -10 medium mushrooms (baby bella recommended)
2 tablespoons green onions
1 cup white rice
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce (kikkoman recommended)
1/3 cup marsala wine
1/4 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon dried ginger
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Saute sliced chicken in hot oil until one side is cooked and then add white onion while turning chicken.
  • Cook until onions are very soft.
  • Toss in red and green peppers, mushrooms and green onion and continue sauteing over med/high heat.
  • Stir in Cilantro, garlic powder, ginger, salt and pepper.
  • (If you use a very salty soy sauce you might not want to add salt)
  • Continue cooking until red and green peppers are soft.
  • Once peppers are soft stir in Marsala wine and soy sauce, continue cooking over med/high heat until almost all of the liquid has evaporated and you are left with a thick sauce.
  • Pour over a bed of rice and serve.
  • NOTE*It is very important to keep cooking until nearly all of the liquid has evaporated because you want the flavor of the soy sauce and wine on the vegetables NOT on the plate in a puddle.
  • If you prefer extra sauce for the rice just use more soy sauce and wine but make sure you burn off most of the excess water or your dish will lack flavor and be too liquidy.
  • Adding a little extra olive oil will always help to thicken the sauce.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 888.9, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 1101.5, Carbohydrate 93.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 7.6, Protein 35.4

THAI CHICKEN PIZZA



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"I came up with this recipe after trying a similar appetizer pizza at a restaurant," says Cheryl Taylor of Ortonville, Michigan. "It's a great way to use up leftover grilled or baked chicken. And it's a breeze to vary based on everyone's tastes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces ready-to-serve roasted chicken breast strips
2 to 3 large fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Thai peanut sauce, divided
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup fresh snow peas, halved
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup julienned carrot
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Place crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; brush with oil. In a small bowl, combine the chicken, mushrooms and 1/4 cup peanut sauce; spread over crust. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. , Layer with the red onion, snow peas, red pepper and carrot. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Top with green onions and peanuts. Drizzle with remaining peanut sauce. , Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry will taste. Look for vegetables that are crisp and brightly colored, and use chicken that is free of antibiotics and hormones.
  • Don't overcrowd the wok: When stir-frying, it's important not to overcrowd the wok. This will prevent the ingredients from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick. Stir-fry in batches if necessary.
  • Cook the chicken first: Chicken takes longer to cook than the vegetables, so it's important to cook it first. This will ensure that the chicken is cooked through before the vegetables are overcooked.
  • Use a high-quality peanut butter: The peanut butter is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use a high-quality brand. Look for a peanut butter that is made with 100% peanuts and no added sugar or oils.
  • Serve immediately: Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry is best served immediately, while it is still hot and fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can cook the chicken and vegetables separately and then reheat them when you're ready to serve.

Conclusion:

This Contest-Winning Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and flavorful peanut sauce, this stir-fry is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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