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Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl

Savor Every Bite of Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl

Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl, a quick and nutritious meal perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine Thai
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • tongs

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Quinoa

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water

For the Vegetables

  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup julienned carrots
  • 1 cup sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 stalks sliced green onions

For the Peanut Sauce

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons warm water

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Rinse quinoa under cold water and combine with water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Pat chicken dry and season with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and rest.
  • In the same skillet, add more oil and stir-fry broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  • In a bowl, whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and warm water until smooth.
  • Divide quinoa among bowls and layer chicken and vegetables on top.
  • Drizzle peanut sauce over each bowl, making sure to coat everything.
  • Garnish with cucumber, cilantro, and green onions before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg
Keyword Family Dinner, Healthy Eating, meal prep, Nutritious Meal, quick recipes, Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl
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