Description
Experience a burst of flavors with this easy-to-make Thai Peanut Chicken & Zucchini Noodle Bowl. Tender chicken and fresh spiralized zucchini are enveloped in a creamy peanut sauce, all topped with crunchy peanuts and vibrant cilantro. This delightful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. Enjoy a healthy twist that will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized)
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil (for sautéing)
- Fresh cilantro leaves (to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted peanuts
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Add spiralized zucchini to the skillet with cooked chicken and stir gently for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and zoodles, tossing to coat evenly.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg