PEANUT BUTTER CHICKEN (SOUTHEAST ASIAN STYLE)

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My Southeast Asian History professor had made this for the class when he invited us all over to his beachfront home many many years ago! Anyway, years later I decided to try and make it with my own twist since I really can't remember everything he said he put in it! My family loves it with a side of asian slaw. If you can, go...

Provided by Hyun Primus

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 lb bone-in chicken thighs
1/4 c coarse salt (for cleaning chicken)
2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
MARINADE
1/2 c peanut butter, creamy
3 Tbsp fish sauce (3 crab brand is my preference)
3 Tbsp soy sauce
1/2 c honey
1/4 c sliced scallions (or finely diced white onions)
1-2 clove garlic, minced
2 tsp ginger, finely minced (i use a micro grater to get a nice pulpy ginger)
2 Tbsp cilantro leaves only, finely chopped
1-2 sprig(s) lemongrass (stalks) crushed (using the bottom meaty part) i use the bottom of knife handle to crush
1 tsp ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Clean the chicken by rubbing the coarse salt and rinsing. Then score chicken to get the thigh to lay out flat and even. Score around the bone but make sure it is still attached.
  • 2. Place in bowl and pour the vinegar over chicken and mix to coat. You won't taste the vinegar in the chicken but it will help tenderize it. Set aside and make marinade.
  • 3. In a bowl with a fork mix peanut butter and honey. Then add the fish sauce and soy sauce. Incorporated well then you add all the other ingredients. Pour ingredients into chicken. Coat entire chicken well and cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.
  • 4. Cooking: For grill, set on medium-low to medium. Peanut Butter will burn quick so be careful. Cook thoroughly about 6-8 minutes on each side (skin side down first). But it will vary depending on size of chicken. (this is where scoring helps cook it quicker and more evenly) For oven bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes. I cook it on a grill on my stove top for the caramelization and finish it off in oven to thoroughly cook it. (it can get messy on the grill) Make sure chicken is cooked thoroughly. Juice should run clear when pierced. Serve with rice. Goes great with a light refreshing side like Asian Slaw.

King Castle
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I would not recommend this recipe. It's not worth the time or effort.


Hocine Boucha
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This recipe was a disaster! The sauce was bland and the chicken was overcooked.


Sv Suzun
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my sauce turned out too thin. Not sure what went wrong.


Mulu Jokhio
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This peanut butter chicken is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.


Mercy Okai
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I'm not a huge fan of peanut butter, but this dish was surprisingly good. The sauce was flavorful and not too overpowering.


Youssef Soliman
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This is the best peanut butter chicken I've ever had! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


Laura l
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I love this peanut butter chicken! It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Aiman Inam
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This recipe is a keeper! The peanut butter sauce is amazing, and the chicken is cooked to perfection.


Md Murijue
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This was my first time making peanut butter chicken, and it turned out great! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy.


ndfrekeabasi john
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I've made this peanut butter chicken several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Akash Tmg
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This peanut butter chicken is a hit! The sauce is so flavorful and creamy, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.