Peanut Chicken Power Bowls
Indulge in the savory goodness of Peanut Chicken Power Bowls, where tender chicken meets a creamy peanut sauce, complemented by vibrant vegetables. This wholesome dish is not only quick to preparetaking just 30 minutesbut also customizable to suit your taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, these bowls are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1/3 cup smooth peanut butter (natural, no added sugar)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Add the sliced vegetables to the skillet and saut for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.
- Serve warm in bowls, garnished with chopped peanuts or cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg