Best 13 Chinese Chicken Breast With Peanuts Recipes

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When you're craving a dish that is both flavorful and protein-packed, look no further than Chinese chicken breast with peanuts. A beloved classic in Chinese cuisine, this dish tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and nutty flavors. The chicken breast, tender and succulent, is coated in a rich, flavorful sauce, while the peanuts add a satisfying crunch and nutty aroma. Best of all, this dish is incredibly versatile, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, special occasions, or even meal prep. With its vibrant colors, delectable flavors, and ease of preparation, Chinese chicken breast with peanuts is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

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CHINESE CHICKEN BREAST WITH PEANUTS



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Provided by Dorothy Lee

Categories     Chicken     Ginger     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Peanut     Fall     House & Garden

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pair chicken breasts
1 scallion
1 small clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce
1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon monosodium glutamate
1 teaspoon sugar
Few drops vinegar
1 teaspoon sherry
1 slice fresh ginger, minced
Few drops sesame seed oil
1/4 cup cooking oil
1/4 cup blanched peanuts
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot chili pepper flakes, to taste

Steps:

  • Cut chicken meat from bone. Peel off skin and discard. Cut meat into dice a little larger than the peanuts. Split scallion lengthwise and cut into 1"-long sections. Cut garlic into slivers. Mix chicken with salt, 1 teaspoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. In a small bowl mix the remaining soy sauce and cornstarch, monosodium glutamate, sugar, vinegar, sherry, scallion, garlic, ginger and sesame seed oil. Heat oil in frying pan. Add peanuts and stir until golden. Add first hot pepper flakes, then chicken. Ch'ao 1 minute. Stir the mixture in a small bowl until smooth. Add to the chicken and ch'ao just until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.

GONG BAO CHICKEN WITH PEANUTS



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This dish is an adaptation of one brought to The Times by Fuschia Dunlop, the British journalist who's also an accomplished cook of Chinese cuisine. It is a pop classic with hot chiles, crunchy peanuts and plenty of garlic and ginger. "Everyone loves it, and it's complex enough to be interesting without being too complicated to make," Ms. Dunlop said. Dig in with a side of white rice and enjoy.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, easy, main course

Time 40m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 boneless chicken breasts (11 to 12 ounces total), with or without skin
3 garlic cloves
An equivalent amount of ginger
5 spring onions, white parts only
A handful of dried chiles (about 10)
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 teaspoon whole Sichuan pepper
3 ounces (75 grams) roasted peanuts (see note)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon Shaoxing wine (or use dry sherry or dry vermouth)
1 1/2 teaspoons potato starch or cornstarch
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon potato starch or cornstarch
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon Chinkiang vinegar (or use balsamic vinegar)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon chicken stock or water

Steps:

  • Cut chicken as evenly as possible into half-inch strips, then cut strips into small cubes. Place in a small bowl. Add marinade ingredients and 1 tablespoon water to bowl. Mix well and set aside.
  • Peel and thinly slice garlic and ginger. Chop spring onions into chunks as long as their diameter (to match the chicken cubes). Snip chiles in half or into sections, discarding their seeds.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients.
  • Heat a seasoned wok over a high flame. Add oil, chiles and Sichuan pepper and stir-fry briefly until chiles are darkening but not burned. (Remove wok from heat if necessary to prevent overheating.)
  • Quickly add chicken and stir-fry over a high flame, stirring constantly. As soon as chicken cubes have separated, add ginger, garlic and spring onions and continue to stir-fry until they are fragrant and meat is just cooked through (test one of the larger pieces to make sure).
  • Give sauce a stir and add to wok, continuing to stir and toss. As soon as the sauce has become thick and shiny, add the peanuts, stir them in and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 522, UnsaturatedFat 28 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 533 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

STIR-FRIED CHICKEN WITH PEANUTS



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Serve this home-style version of kung pao chicken and peanuts with a side of steamed white rice. If you're feeding a large crowd, stir-fry an additional batch instead of making one large serving at once; overcrowding the pan won't allow the ingredients to cook properly.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Lucinda Scala Quinn

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons shaoxing cooking wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 whole boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil or vegetable oil
3/4 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts or cashews
2 whole scallions, thinly sliced
4 whole dried Chinese red peppers
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, wine, vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil. Dice the chicken and toss it in the marinade.
  • Heat a wok or skillet over high heat until very hot. Add the oil. Lightly fry the peanuts for about 1 minute and remove. Add the scallions, red peppers, and garlic. Stir-fry for about 20 seconds.
  • Just before adding to the pan, coat the chicken in the cornstarch. Fry until the chicken is just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes (depending on the pan and the heat). Return the peanuts to the pan and mix thoroughly to combine with the chicken. Serve immediately with white rice.

KUNG PAO CHICKEN



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Spicy chicken with peanuts, similar to what is served in Chinese restaurants. It is easy to make, and you can be as sloppy with the measurements as you want. They reduce to a nice, thick sauce. Substitute cashews for peanuts, or bamboo shoots for the water chestnuts. You can't go wrong! Enjoy!

Provided by Arlena

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
2 tablespoons white wine
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
1 ounce hot chile paste
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
4 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
4 ounces chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • To Make Marinade: Combine 1 tablespoon wine, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture and mix together. Place chicken pieces in a glass dish or bowl and add marinade. Toss to coat. Cover dish and place in refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  • To Make Sauce: In a small bowl combine 1 tablespoon wine, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch/water mixture, chili paste, vinegar and sugar. Mix together and add green onion, garlic, water chestnuts and peanuts. In a medium skillet, heat sauce slowly until aromatic.
  • Meanwhile, remove chicken from marinade and saute in a large skillet until meat is white and juices run clear. When sauce is aromatic, add sauteed chicken to it and let simmer together until sauce thickens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 65.9 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 595.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

ASIAN PEANUT CRUSTED CHICKEN



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I found this recipe on another site (Mommy, What's For Dinner.) I pair this with the Spicy Thai Pasta and it makes for a great dinner and conveniently they both have similar ingredients! I am a vegetarian so cooking meat is not first nature to me. Every time I make this chicken dish it turns out juicy and amazing according to my carnivore family and friends. If I can do it...you know you can :) Tips and Tricks You can use dried ginger in pinch and you can also substitute another type of vinegar if you don't have rice vinegar.

Provided by JennAV8s

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese)
1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, chopped
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
  • In another large resealable plastic bag, combine the bread crumbs, peanuts, paprika and pepper. Drain and discard marinade. Add chicken to crumb mixture, one piece at a time, and shake to coat.
  • Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until juices run clear.

CHICKEN WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Served on a bed of rice, this saucy chicken skillet from Karen Holland of Winnipeg, Manitoba, will quickly become one of your favorites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
4 teaspoons white wine vinegar
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup hot cooked rice
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; set aside. In a large skillet, saute the chicken, garlic and ginger in oil for 5 minutes. Add peanut butter mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until chicken juices run clear, stirring frequently., Serve with rice; sprinkle with green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 562mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 42g protein.

CILANTRO CHICKEN WITH PEANUTS



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Simple chicken stir-fry with napa cabbage. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges if desired.

Provided by CURTONA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons canola oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1 ounce honey-roasted peanuts
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
¼ cup sliced green onions
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
4 cups shredded napa cabbage

Steps:

  • Heat canola oil in a heavy 10-inch skillet over high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in peanuts, garlic, and ginger. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
  • Add green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro.
  • Spoon chicken stir-fry over cabbage to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 238.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

PEANUT BUTTER CHICKEN



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Chicken breast cubes are simmered with onions and mushrooms in a rich peanut butter sauce. This recipe is delicious served over your choice of rice, noodles or quinoa.

Provided by BLUESP

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
1 medium onion, sliced
7 fresh mushrooms, sliced
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
¾ cup chicken stock
¾ cup smooth peanut butter
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, and cook until chicken starts to turn white. Add the onion, mushrooms, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour the tomatoes and chicken stock into the skillet, and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Stir in peanut butter, and cook stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. This should only take a minute or two. If the sauce is not thickening, you may stir in more peanut butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 69.4 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 39.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 572.8 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

PEANUT-CRUSTED CHICKEN



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With the flavors of ginger, honey and garlic, this aromatic chicken from our Test Kitchen is sure to please. Crunchy peanuts and panko make it a crispy favorite you'll rely on again and again.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped unsalted peanuts
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 4 hours. , In another large resealable plastic bag, combine the bread crumbs, peanuts, paprika and pepper. Drain and discard marinade. Add chicken to crumb mixture, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. , Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHINESE PEANUT CHICKEN



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My neighbor from Shangai just came over to teach me this recipe. She says she always makes it for potlucks and everybody loves it. I can see why.

Provided by Bettys Sunday Suppe

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups roasted peanuts (if peanuts are not roasted, see * below.)
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 inches gingerroot, minced
3 scallions, chopped
4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cubed
3/4 cup soybean paste, sweetened (found in Asian markets)
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Fry garlic and ginger on medium-high heat until beginning to brown. Add green onion and let fry for half a minute.
  • Add chicken cubes and turn up the heat to high, stir-frying until opaque.
  • Turn heat back down to medium. Toss in peanuts and soybean paste, stirring to coat.
  • Sprinkle sugar over the mixture and stir for a minute or two longer.
  • Serve with rice.
  • *If your peanuts are not roasted, put them in an oven preheated at 350 for 15-20 minutes. Stir once before done. Take them out before completely roasted because they continue to cook once out of the oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 866.8, Fat 57.8, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 1001.1, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 21.7, Protein 54.5

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Make and share this Chicken Breasts With Peanut Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Dudo

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 -3 teaspoons curry powder
4 chicken breasts, skinned and cut into strips
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Fry the onion in the oil until soft.
  • Add the garlic and curry powder and fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes or until juices run clear.
  • When the chicken is cooked, add the honey, peanut butter and stock.
  • Combine well.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce is thick.
  • Serve over rice.

PEANUT-CRUSTED CHICKEN BREASTS



Peanut-Crusted Chicken Breasts image

Peanut breading gives these chicken breasts a delicious crunch and keeps them meltingly tender.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for baking sheet
3/4 cup unsalted peanuts
3 slices white sandwich bread, torn into small pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 large eggs
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, (6 to 8 ounces each)
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil; lightly oil, and set aside. In a food processor, pulse peanuts and bread until coarsely ground. Transfer to a wide rimmed medium bowl; whisk in oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs; season generously with salt and pepper. Add chicken, and turn to coat. One piece at a time, dredge in peanut breading, gently pressing onto chicken; transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned and just cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • While chicken is baking, cook asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, 3 to 4 minutes, depending on thickness. Drain and transfer to a bowl along with butter and lemon zest; season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Serve chicken with asparagus.

DENISE'S PEANUT CHICKEN



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This wonderful recipe is a family favorite of ours - and we have 3 very young children! Everyone who enjoys this recipe always asks what restaurant we ordered it from! It is fast and simple to make. I would say it's a bit like a stir fry with a Thai flavor! Serve on top of cooked brown or classic white rice. Very good with a simple side like mandarin oranges to complete this meal

Provided by NEECEEWAGS

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon wok oil or peanut oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 ½ cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 cups chopped dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a wok over medium heat. Place chicken in the wok, and cook until juices run clear. Mix in red bell pepper, and continue cooking until tender.
  • In a bowl, mix the broth, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, cayenne pepper, ginger, and cornstarch. Pour into the wok. Toss green onions and cilantro into wok (reserving some of each for garnish). Continue to cook and stir 5 minutes, until slightly thickened. Mix in peanuts, and garnish with reserved green onions and cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 46.2 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 154.9 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

Tips:

  • Prep and Organize: Before you start cooking, prep and organize all your ingredients and utensils. This will make the cooking process smoother and more efficient.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Fresh chicken breast, vegetables, and peanuts will give your dish the best flavor and texture.
  • Marinate the Chicken: Marinating the chicken in the soy sauce, Chinese rice wine, garlic, and ginger for at least 30 minutes helps infuse it with flavor and tenderize it.
  • Cook the Chicken Properly: Cook the chicken over medium-high heat until it is cooked through. Overcooking will make it dry and tough.
  • Use Authentic Sauces: Use authentic Chinese sauces, such as soy sauce, Chinese rice wine, and oyster sauce, to give your dish the authentic Chinese flavor.
  • Add Vegetables for Color and Nutrition: Add a variety of vegetables, such as bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli, to your dish for color and nutrition.
  • Toast the Peanuts: Toasting the peanuts before adding them to the dish enhances their flavor and gives them a nice crunchy texture.
  • Serve with Rice or Noodles: Serve your Chinese chicken breast with rice or noodles to make a complete and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

This Chinese chicken breast with peanuts recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the sauce is rich and savory, and the peanuts add a nice crunchy texture. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy Chinese recipe, give this one a try.

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