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Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken

Crispy Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken That's a Total Game Changer

This Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken features crispy chicken coated in a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for quick dinners or entertaining.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter processed for best results
  • 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk adds sweetness and creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium for healthier choice
  • 2 tablespoons water adjust for desired consistency
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs or use chicken breasts as a substitute
  • 2 large eggs whisked for egg wash
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour for egg wash
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for crunchy coating

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat mallet
  • Shallow Dish
  • large Dutch oven
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, soy sauce, and water. Whisk until creamy and smooth.
  2. Flatten the boneless chicken thighs between plastic wrap to about 1/2-inch thickness and season with salt.
  3. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, flour, and salt until smooth, adding peanut butter for flavor.
  4. Dredge chicken in egg wash, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a large pot, fry chicken pieces in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  6. Slice chicken into strips, drizzle with peanut sauce, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, maintain the oil temperature and ensure even coating of breadcrumbs.

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