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Thai Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry

By the Healthy Plate team

Peanut Sauce Chicken

Thai peanut sauce is rich in flavour and filling — the healthy version uses natural peanut butter with no added sugar.

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The magic sauce

  • Peanut butter: healthy fats and protein
  • Lime: refreshing acidity
  • Soy sauce: umami flavour
  • Ginger: gentle heat

Peanut Sauce Chicken

15 minPrep
15 minCook
4Servings
380kcal

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken breast, sliced
  • Mixed bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • Sauce: 3 tbsp peanut butter + 2 tbsp soy sauce + 1 lime + 1 tbsp ginger + water

Method

  1. Sear chicken in a hot pan for 5 minutes.
  2. Add vegetables and stir-fry 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk sauce ingredients in a cup.
  4. Pour sauce over chicken and vegetables; toss 3 minutes.
  5. Serve over brown rice or noodles.
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Tip

Thin the sauce with water until you reach the consistency you want — don't use it too thick.

Frequently asked questions

Is peanut butter healthy?

The natural kind (no added sugar or hydrogenated oils) is healthy — rich in monounsaturated fats and protein.

What's a nut-free alternative?

Almond butter or tahini give a similar consistency with a different flavour.

Does it work with noodles?

Perfectly! Serve it over brown rice noodles or soba.

⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.