Indonesian Peanut Chicken

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Indonesian Peanut Chicken
60 min.
6
3243kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Indonesia with this delightful Peanut Chicken recipe that promises to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish combines tender, juicy chicken with a rich and creamy peanut sauce that is both satisfying and comforting. The balance of savory and spicy notes, enhanced by the crunch of salted peanuts and the freshness of red bell pepper, creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

What makes this recipe truly special is its versatility. While it features chicken as the star ingredient, the sauce is so delicious that it can easily be adapted for a vegetarian or vegan version by substituting the chicken with tofu or your favorite vegetables. Plus, it’s gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings with friends and family. The combination of spices and the creamy texture of the peanut sauce will impress even the most discerning palates. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 10.5 pound irish oats 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup peanut butter 
  • 0.3 cup chili sauce 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • cup water 
  • 0.3 cup roasted peanuts salted chopped
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper red chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • dutch oven
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet or 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook chicken in oil about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides. Cover and cook over low heat about 20 minutes or until juice is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet with tongs.
  4. Drain all but 1 tablespoon drippings from skillet; heat over medium heat. Cook onion in drippings, stirring occasionally, until tender; reduce heat. Stir in peanut butter, chili sauce and red pepper. Gradually stir in water, stirring constantly, until peanut butter is melted.
  5. Add chicken. Spoon sauce over chicken.
  6. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 5 minutes, spooning sauce frequently over chicken, until sauce is slightly thickened.
  7. Serve sauce over chicken.
  8. Sprinkle with peanuts and bell pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories3243kcal
Protein16.09%
Fat19.27%
Carbs64.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.33
Glycemic Load
249.59
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
16.507391328397%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:3243.24kcal
162.16%
Fat:70.51g
108.47%
Saturated Fat:10.56g
65.99%
Carbohydrates:532.23g
177.41%
Net Carbohydrates:442.97g
161.08%
Sugar:3.86g
4.29%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:533.78mg
23.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:132.46g
264.93%
Fiber:89.26g
357.05%
Iron:33.43mg
185.71%
Calcium:418.12mg
41.81%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.14%
Vitamin B3:3.09mg
15.45%
Vitamin E:2.05mg
13.65%
Vitamin C:10.88mg
13.19%
Magnesium:38.83mg
9.71%
Vitamin K:9.74µg
9.27%
Phosphorus:84.28mg
8.43%
Vitamin A:342.26IU
6.85%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.8%
Folate:26.61µg
6.65%
Copper:0.13mg
6.54%
Potassium:208.33mg
5.95%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.97%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.69%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.01%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.75%
Selenium:1.27µg
1.81%