Thai Peanut Chicken Bowls (Print)
Tender chicken, rice, and crisp veggies topped with creamy Thai peanut sauce for a colorful, satisfying meal.
# Components:
→ For the Chicken
01 - 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
04 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
→ For the Peanut Sauce
05 - 80 g creamy peanut butter
06 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
07 - 2 tbsp lime juice
08 - 1 tbsp honey
09 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
10 - 1 tbsp sriracha (optional)
11 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
12 - 60 ml warm water
→ For the Bowls
13 - 240 g jasmine rice
14 - 500 ml water
15 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
16 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
17 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
18 - 100 g shredded purple cabbage
19 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
20 - 2 tbsp roasted peanuts, chopped
21 - Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
22 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
02 - In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with soy sauce and black pepper.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, sriracha (if using), minced garlic, and warm water until smooth. Adjust thickness with extra water if needed.
05 - Julienne carrots, slice bell pepper, cucumber, and shred cabbage.
06 - Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top with chicken, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, and cabbage. Drizzle generously with peanut sauce.
07 - Garnish with chopped peanuts, spring onions, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
# Chef Secrets:
01 -
- Uses everyday ingredients
- Balanced meal with protein, veggies, and grains
- Ready in about 40 minutes start to finish
- Customizable for spice levels and dietary needs
02 -
- Rich in protein and complex carbs
- Naturally dairy free
- Excellent for meal prep and packed lunches