Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Bowl
This Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Bowl is bursting with flavors! Thai peanut-glazed chicken bites are served over coconut rice, paired with a refreshing mango-avocado salsa, and topped with a creamy, spicy chili peanut sauce. It’s the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and a little heat!
Ingredients:
Thai Peanut-Glazed Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chili paste or Sriracha (adjust for spice)
- 1 tbsp water to thin (if needed)
Coconut Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
Mango-Avocado Salsa:
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Chili Peanut Sauce:
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp chili paste or Sriracha (adjust for spice)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1-2 tbsp water to thin (if needed)
Instructions:
Prepare the Thai Peanut-Glazed Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and chili paste. Toss the chicken pieces in the sauce until well-coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Coconut Rice: Rinse the rice, then combine it with coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Fluff with a fork. 
Make the Mango-Avocado Salsa: In a bowl, gently mix diced mango, avocado, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is golden and fully cooked. Stir occasionally to get an even glaze.
Prepare the Chili Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, chili paste, lime juice, and water until smooth. Adjust the thickness by adding more water if needed.
Assemble the Bowl: Start with a bed of coconut rice, layer with Thai peanut-glazed chicken, and top with mango-avocado salsa. Drizzle with the chili peanut sauce and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
This bowl combines creamy, spicy, and fresh flavors for a truly delicious, balanced meal! 