Spicy Peanut Chicken (Poulet aux arachides épicées)
Poulet aux arachides épicées, or Spicy Peanut Chicken, is a popular dish in Malagasy cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic chicken dish is cooked in a rich and spicy peanut sauce, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, and chicken broth. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer in the peanut sauce for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Poulet aux arachides épicées hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 55 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large skillet Bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness in the dish.
Cost
$15