thai honey peanut chicken

we all have nights when creativity and inspiration are just not happening. yes, the typical grilled chicken, bbq chicken and lemon chicken are great, but sometimes switching it up is much needed. last night all “the girls” came over to try this Asian inspired dish…and it was a hit! it is sweet and creamy with a little kick (if desired). i mean who doesn’t like an recipe involving peanut butter. this meal takes less than 20 minutes to prepare and get on the table! enjoy.  

Ingredients: (serves 3)

1 lb. chicken

¼ C. soy sauce

1 t. minced garlic

1 T. peanut butter

2 T. honey

½ t. curry powder

1 T. lime juice

1 t. siracha (optional)

Directions:

Start cooking rice according to directions then defrost and cube the chicken.

Mix all the ingredients into a medium size bowl.

Cook chicken and the sauce over medium-high heat for approximately 7 minutes or until chicken is done.

Serve over a scoop of rice and garnish with crushed peanuts and cilantro.

Cooking Tip: using the marinade as the sauce- even though it came in contact with raw meat- is safe because it will get to the necessary 160° when you cook it with the chicken.