Crunchy Chicken Chunks with Thai Peanut Sauce

Health score
6%
Crunchy Chicken Chunks with Thai Peanut Sauce
35 min.
8
136kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a dish that’s both delicious and easy to prepare? Introducing Crunchy Chicken Chunks with Thai Peanut Sauce—a delightful fusion of crispy chicken and rich, creamy sauce that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your family and friends. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering main course that serves eight, making it perfect for gatherings or a cozy family meal.

The star of this recipe is the perfectly baked chicken, coated in a crunchy layer of crushed corn flakes and seasoned to perfection with paprika, salt, and pepper. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with the velvety Thai peanut sauce. Made with creamy peanut butter, low-fat yogurt, and a hint of soy sauce, this sauce adds a delightful depth of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it’s also a healthier option, clocking in at just 136 calories per serving. With a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress at your next gathering, Crunchy Chicken Chunks with Thai Peanut Sauce is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Get ready to savor the crunch and the flavor!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cornflakes crushed country®
  • 0.8 teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces
  • serving pam original flavor shopping list 
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain low-fat
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 0.5 cup skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • tablespoon soya sauce 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.5 cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. In 2-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix cereal, Bisquick mix, paprika, salt and pepper until well blended. Shake about 6 chicken pieces at a time in bag until coated. Shake off any extra crumbs.
  2. Place chicken pieces in pan. Spray chicken with cooking spray.
  3. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until coating is crisp and chicken is no longer pink in center.
  4. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, mix all sauce ingredients. Cook over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture begins to thicken.
  5. Serve chicken chunks with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories136kcal
Protein45.55%
Fat38.72%
Carbs15.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.66
Glycemic Load
0.48
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
9.0195652000282%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:136.1kcal
6.81%
Fat:5.89g
9.06%
Saturated Fat:1.31g
8.16%
Carbohydrates:5.38g
1.79%
Net Carbohydrates:4.83g
1.76%
Sugar:2.93g
3.25%
Cholesterol:37.67mg
12.56%
Sodium:328.63mg
14.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.58g
31.17%
Vitamin B3:7.45mg
37.23%
Selenium:19.47µg
27.81%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
25.88%
Phosphorus:190.32mg
19.03%
Vitamin B5:1.06mg
10.57%
Potassium:330.12mg
9.43%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.27%
Magnesium:34.88mg
8.72%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.69%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.26%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.09%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.89%
Calcium:56.35mg
5.64%
Iron:0.97mg
5.39%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.17%
Folate:17.98µg
4.5%
Vitamin A:193.01IU
3.86%
Copper:0.06mg
3.02%
Fiber:0.55g
2.21%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.92%
Vitamin C:1.2mg
1.45%