PEANUT BUTTER-CHILI CHICKEN

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If you think peanut butter combined with chocolate is divine, wait until you try this winning combination of peanut butter and chili sauce. Served over pasta or rice to soak up every last bit of the zesty sauce, this recipe may turn out to be a family favorite!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cut-up whole chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/3 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 cup water
1/4 cup chopped salted peanuts
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
Angel hair pasta or rice, if desired

Steps:

  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over chicken.
  • Heat oil in 12-inch skillet or 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Cook chicken in oil about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides. Cover and cook over low heat about 20 minutes or until juice is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut. Remove chicken from skillet using tongs.
  • Drain all but 1 tablespoon drippings from skillet. Heat 1 tablespoon drippings over medium heat.
  • Cook onion in drippings, stirring occasionally, until tender; reduce heat. Stir in peanut butter, chili sauce and ground red pepper. Gradually stir in water, stirring constantly, until peanut butter is melted. Add chicken. Spoon peanut butter sauce over chicken.
  • Simmer uncovered about 5 minutes, spooning sauce frequently over chicken, until sauce is slightly thickened. Serve sauce over chicken. Sprinkle with peanuts and bell pepper. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg

Abaid Don
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Overall, this is a great recipe that I would highly recommend.


Sabi Ullah
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I can't wait to try this recipe again with different types of protein, such as tofu or shrimp.


Wilson Stfleur
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This dish is a great way to change up your regular chicken routine.


Kamran Siddiqe
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves peanut butter and chicken.


Sharika Wright
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and unique meal that your family and friends will love.


Martin Stanley
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I added a few chopped green onions to the dish for a pop of color and flavor.


Benjamin Durazzi
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I didn't have any honey on hand, so I used maple syrup instead. It worked just as well.


Paul Doering
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, so I only used half the amount of chili powder called for in the recipe. It was still plenty spicy for me, but not too much.


francis oppong
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Abiola Harry
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Kabeer Ghouri
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I served this dish over rice, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


SK MINNAS
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some rotisserie chicken that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect solution.


Tamryn Luck
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I'm not usually a fan of peanut butter in savory dishes, but this recipe changed my mind. The peanut butter added a creamy richness that really took the dish to the next level.


Rakibul Hasan
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The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the peanut butter sauce was the perfect consistency.


pappuraihan Naogaon6500
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Bulbul Raj
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This peanut butter chili chicken is a game-changer! The combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors is absolutely addictive. I've made it twice already and it's been a hit both times.