Best 5 Peanut Or Peanut Butter Ginger Chicken Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible flavors of Peanut or Peanut Butter Ginger Chicken. This delectable dish offers a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and slightly tangy notes, complemented by the warmth of ginger and the rich creaminess of peanut or peanut butter.

The recipe is incredibly versatile and offers two options to cater to your preferences: a classic version featuring whole peanuts and a modern rendition using smooth peanut butter. Both variations promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.

These recipes are not only easy to follow but also adaptable to suit your dietary needs. Whether you prefer a gluten-free, low-carb, or dairy-free option, this dish has got you covered.

To satisfy your sweet tooth, the article also includes a recipe for a luscious Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake. This decadent dessert combines the irresistible flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, creating a symphony of sweetness that is sure to become a favorite.

For those seeking a refreshing and energizing treat, the included recipe for Ginger Lemonade offers a perfect balance of tangy lemon and spicy ginger. This revitalizing beverage is not only delicious but also packed with antioxidants and immune-boosting properties.

Indulge in this culinary exploration and discover the vibrant flavors of Peanut or Peanut Butter Ginger Chicken, Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake, and Ginger Lemonade. These recipes promise to elevate your taste buds and create lasting memories around the dining table.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LIME-GINGER CHICKEN KABOBS WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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These chicken thighs are flavorful, moist, and very easy to make. And when dipped into an Asian-inspired peanut sauce, just wait for the m-m-m-m-m's to begin. I like to serve this with Cucumber Slices with Dill (a recipe on this site) and white rice.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon finely grated ginger
1 teaspoon sambal oelek
1 tablespoon warm water, or as needed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
4 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks, and sprinkle with salt.
  • Stir mayonnaise, lime zest, ginger, salt, and pepper for the marinade in a bowl until smooth. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag, add marinade, seal, and massage the bag until all the chicken pieces are coated. Place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Soak 6-inch wooden skewers in a bowl of water for at least 30 minutes.
  • Whisk peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and sambal oelek together in a bowl. Slowly whisk in small amounts of warm water until dipping sauce reaches the desired consistency; set aside.
  • Heat the grill to medium-high and oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and thread chicken onto the skewers; discard marinade.
  • Place skewers on the hot grill and cook until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes, lowering the heat if chicken is browning too fast. Turn skewers as often as necessary for even browning, and to keep the chicken from burning.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with fresh lime wedges and peanut sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 115.4 mg, Fat 50.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1345 mg, Sugar 8 g

ONE-POT GINGERY CHICKEN AND RICE WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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We took loose inspiration from Hainanese chicken rice to create this weeknight-friendly dish.

Provided by Molly Baz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     One-Pot Meal     Chicken     Rice     Ginger     Peanut Butter     Soy Sauce     Tree Nut Free     Dairy Free     Healthy

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Chicken and rice:
6 small skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 lb.)
¾ tsp. kosher salt, plus more
2 large shallots, finely chopped
8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 (2") piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped
2 cups high-quality basmati rice, rinsed
2 whole star anise
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
Sauce and assembly:
½ cup creamy peanut butter
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar
5 tsp. Sriracha
1 (1") piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped
1½ tsp. honey
1 English hothouse cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced on a diagonal
1 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems

Steps:

  • Chicken and rice:
  • Pat chicken dry and season all over with salt. Arrange, skin side down, in a cold, dry medium Dutch oven and set over medium heat. Cook, undisturbed, until skin is golden brown and crisp and easily releases from pot, 8-10 minutes. Slide thighs around to different spots (this will ensure even browning) and continue to cook until deeply browned, 3-5 minutes longer. Transfer chicken to a plate. Let pot cool 2 minutes.
  • Set pot over medium-low heat; add shallots, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until very fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes. Stir in rice and star anise and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Stir in soy sauce, ¾ tsp. salt, and 3 cups water. Nestle chicken back into rice mixture in pot, arranging skin side up. Increase heat to medium and bring liquid to a simmer. Immediately cover pot, reduce heat to low, and cook 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken and rice sit 10 minutes.
  • Sauce and assembly:
  • While the chicken and rice are cooking, make the sauce. Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, Sriracha, ginger, honey, and ¼ cup warm water in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. If sauce still looks a little thick, continuing adding water until it reaches a drizzle-able consistency.
  • Remove lid from pot and fluff rice with a fork. Pluck out and discard star anise. Serve chicken and rice with peanut sauce, cucumber, and cilantro alongside.
  • Do Ahead: Sauce can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

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.

PEANUT (OR PEANUT BUTTER) GINGER CHICKEN



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Delicious flavorful chicken dish that is as fast and easy to make as it is tasty! All amounts are approximate and can be tweaked to suit your tastes, I typically make a little more of the sauce. This recipe is originally from Jaylene at Nibbledish.com, I've changed the amounts to what I use for a family of 4.

Provided by JayDubs

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2-2 lbs chicken breasts
4 tablespoons peanut butter (Creamy or Chunky)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus some (for cooking)
3 -4 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons ginger
salt and pepper
water (optional)
parsley flakes (optional) or fresh parsley (optional)
sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, prepare the peanut butter sauce. Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and 2 Tbs. olive oil together and stir until you form a smooth paste.
  • Dice garlic and ginger as fine as you can get them, I use a grater with small holes and grate my garlic so that there are no large chunks for those that don't care to bite into a large piece of garlic.
  • Cube your chicken into small bite sized pieces or cut into small strips if you prefer.
  • In a pan, heat up some olive oil (I usually use about 2 Tbs.) add the garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds depending on how hot you got the olive oil. Then add the chicken, season to your taste with salt and pepper, and cook until completely cooked through.
  • Add the sauce mixture and stir to coat all of the chicken. Reduce heat to a medium low and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes stirring frequently. If the sauce starts to become too think or clumps together add small amounts of water and stir to keep a nice consistency. The sauce should coat the chicken without being soupy.
  • Remove the pan from heat and serve the chicken over rice. Garnish with parsley or sesame seeds if you wish.

PEANUT BUTTER CHICKEN



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The whole family will love this new, budget chicken dish. Any leftovers freeze well and make a handy lunch

Provided by Chelsie Collins

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2tbsp vegetable oil
8 skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 red chillies, finely sliced (deseeded if you don't like it too hot)
2tsp fresh ginger, grated
2tbsp garam masala
100g smooth peanut butter
400ml coconut milk
400g can chopped tomatoes
coriander , ½ roughly chopped, ½ leaves picked
roasted peanuts, to serve
cooked basmati rice, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a deep frying pan over a medium heat. Brown the chicken in batches, setting aside once golden. Fry the onion for 8 minutes until softened. Then add the garlic, chilli and ginger and fry in the other 1 tbsp oil for 1 min. Add the garam masala and fry for 1 min more.
  • Stir in the peanut butter, coconut milk and tomatoes, and bring to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pan and add the chopped coriander. Cook for 30 mins until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve with the remaining coriander, roasted peanuts and rice, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 43 grams fat, SaturatedFat 20 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh ginger. Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor than ground ginger, and it will give your dish a more authentic taste.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of ginger. Some people like their chicken with a lot of ginger, while others prefer a milder flavor. Adjust the amount of ginger to your own taste.
  • Use a good quality peanut butter. A good quality peanut butter will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for a peanut butter that is made with 100% peanuts and no added sugar or oil.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best cooked until it is just cooked through. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Serve immediately. Peanut or peanut butter ginger chicken is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the chicken is hot and juicy and the sauce is at its best.

Conclusion:

Peanut or peanut butter ginger chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, peanut or peanut butter ginger chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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