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Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken

Crispy Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken You'll Love at Home

Enjoy this Crispy Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken recipe that combines crispy chicken with a creamy peanut sauce in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup peanut butter opt for processed (like Jif) for the best consistency
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk adds essential sweetness and thickness
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce brings umami and saltiness to the sauce
  • 1/4 cup water used to thin the sauce for a perfect creamy consistency
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs flatten to ensure even cooking
  • 2 large eggs create an egg wash
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour thickens the egg wash
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances the overall flavor
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs excellent for a light, crispy texture

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • frying pan
  • Meat Mallet
  • Whisk
  • slotted spoon
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, soy sauce, and water. Stir until creamy, then set aside.
  2. Take boneless chicken thighs and flatten each to about ½-inch thickness, then season with salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, flour, salt, and 1 tablespoon of the peanut butter sauce until smooth.
  4. Dip each chicken piece in the egg wash, then coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces in batches for 2-3 minutes each side until golden brown, then drain on a wire rack.
  6. Slice the crispy chicken, drizzle with peanut sauce, and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover chicken and sauce separately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken in the oven at 350°F for optimal crispiness.

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