Best 5 Thai Peanut Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with an exotic culinary journey to Thailand, where vibrant flavors and aromatic spices harmoniously blend to create a symphony of culinary delights. Discover the secrets of Thai Peanut Chicken Casserole, a delectable dish that seamlessly merges the richness of coconut milk with the warmth of peanut butter, resulting in a luscious and creamy sauce that envelops tender chicken pieces. This irresistible casserole is a symphony of textures, with the chicken's tender succulence contrasting the crispness of the roasted peanuts and the chewiness of the rice noodles. Embark on a flavor adventure as you explore variations of this tantalizing dish, including a vegetarian rendition that swaps chicken for tofu, and a spicy version that ignites your palate with a fiery kick. Prepare to be captivated by the exotic allure of Thai Peanut Chicken Casserole, a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to the heart of Thailand with every bite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

THAI CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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When my family goes out, I can count on someone ordering chicken pad thai. I decided to make an easy version at home. Top it with a sprinkle of peanuts and cilantro. -Sandra Dombek, Camillus, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bottle (11-1/2 ounces) Thai peanut sauce
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
3 cups coleslaw mix
4 green onions, chopped
1 package (14 ounces) thick rice noodles
Optional: Chopped peanuts and minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Whisk together peanut sauce and broth; toss with chicken, coleslaw mix and green onions., Prepare noodles according to package directions; drain and toss immediately with chicken mixture. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, covered, until heated through, 10-15 minutes. If desired, top with peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 784mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

THAI PEANUT CHICKEN



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This delicious Thai Peanut Chicken is positively PACKED with flavor! Quick and easy to make and thoroughly satisfying!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Entree     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 yellow onion (, chopped)
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1 inch piece ginger root (, minced)
1 pound chicken breast (, cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce ((click link for homemade chili sauce recipe))
2 tablespoons tomato sauce or ketchup
3 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter
1 tablespoons chili powder
OR homemade chili powder
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar ((optional; paleo: omit))
14 ounce unsweetened coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Chopped roasted peanuts for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a sauce pan over medium-high heat and cook the onions until soft and translucent, 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another 2 minutes. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add the sweet chili sauce, tomato sauce or ketchup, chili powder, peanut butter, and sugar and stir to combine. Add the coconut milk and salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt to taste.
  • Serve over steamed rice garnished with cilantro and chopped roasted peanuts.

THAI PEANUT CHICKEN



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This is a very tasty Asian-inspired dish made with chicken and broccoli in a spicy peanut sauce. If you like it mild, use less cayenne, like it spicy, use more. If you're salt conscious, use low sodium soy sauce.

Provided by NIMITZ

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups uncooked white rice
4 cups water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh ginger root
¾ cup chopped green onions
2 ½ cups broccoli florets
⅓ cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine the rice and water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender. In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, peanut butter, vinegar, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a skillet or wok over high heat. Add chicken, garlic and ginger, and cook, stirring constantly, until chicken is golden on the outside, about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium, and add green onion, broccoli, peanuts, and the peanut butter mixture. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, or until broccoli is tender, and chicken is cooked through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 409.8 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SPICY ASIAN CHICKEN AND NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Bring Asian zing to the dinner table with this Thai-inspired casserole. With pre-made noodles, pre-grilled chicken and frozen broccoli, assembly takes just 15 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup Thai peanut sauce (from 13.9-ounce bottle)
2/3 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
3 tablespoons peanut butter
1 bag (1 pound) frozen broccoli stir-fry vegetables
1 package (7.31 ounces) refrigerated cooked stir-fry noodles, separated
2 packages (6 ounces each) refrigerated grilled chicken breast strips
1/4 cup chow mein noodles
1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Cook peanut sauce, broth, peanut butter, frozen vegetables and stir-fry noodles in 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot. Stir in chicken. Spoon into casserole.
  • Mix chow mein noodles and peanuts; sprinkle over chicken mixture. Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until mixture is hot. Let stand 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg

THAI PEANUT CHICKEN



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Adapted from Taste of Home "One Pan Recipes" publication, 2010. I don't know why they call it that, this recipe takes a baking dish, a saucepan, and a frying pan! Anyways, husband said, "Best chicken of all time," so doing the dishes was well worth it.

Provided by yogiclarebear

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (14 ounce) can light unsweetened coconut milk
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons red curry paste
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 -6 chicken legs or 4 -6 chicken thighs, optional remove skin
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, snipped
hot cooked rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together coconut milk and peanut butter until nearly smooth. Whisk in broth, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, curry paste, ginger, garlic, and cayenne. Bring to just boiling over medium-high heat; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. In a resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces, one at a time, shaking bag to coat.
  • In a large skillet, brown chicken, half at a time, in hot oil, turning occasionally. Transfer chicken to an ungreased 2 quart rectangular baking dish.
  • Pour peanut butter mixture over chicken. Cover loosely with foil.
  • Bake for 1 hour, occasionally spooning sauce or turning chicken pieces.
  • Bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes more, until chicken is very tender. Serve over hot cooked rice, spooning sauce and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 801.5, Fat 60.9, SaturatedFat 28.2, Cholesterol 138.6, Sodium 1080.8, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 5.2, Protein 40.4

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version, you can replace the chicken with tofu or tempeh.
  • You can add other vegetables to the casserole, such as broccoli, bell peppers, or carrots.
  • If you like your casserole spicier, you can add more Sriracha sauce or red pepper flakes.
  • Be sure to top the casserole with crushed peanuts before baking for a crunchy topping.
  • Serve the casserole with rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

This Thai peanut chicken casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dinner recipe, give this Thai peanut chicken casserole a try!

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