Air Fryer Peanut Chicken

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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
20 mins

Marinate Time:
30 mins

Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins

Servings:
4

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  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha, or to taste

  • 1 lime, zested and juiced

  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter

  • salt to taste

  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs

  • cooking spray

  • 2 cups cooked rice, or as needed

  • chopped cilantro, sliced scallions, julienne cucumbers, and carrots (optional)

  • chopped salt-free, dry-roasted peanuts (optional)

Directions

  • Combine chili sauce, soy sauce, Sriracha, lime zest, lime juice, granulated garlic, minced ginger, peanut butter, and salt to taste in a large resealable plastic bag. Gently move and mash the ingredients inside the bag until well blended.


  • Add chicken to the bag, and squeeze out as much air as possible. Move chicken around inside the bag until each piece is coated in marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours.


  • Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C), or according to manufacturer’s recommendations.


  • Spray the cooking surface of the air fryer with cooking spray.


  • Take chicken pieces from the bag, and allow the marinade to drip back into the bag. Place chicken pieces in the air fryer in a single layer and air fry for 20 to 22 minutes, turning halfway through, until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).


  • Meanwhile, add about 1/2 cup of water to the unused marinade, and mix contents; pour into a microwave-safe container. Microwave on High, until marinade comes to a boil, and cook about 1 minute longer; watch carefully to see it does not boil over. 


  • Serve chicken over rice, with sauce on the side as a dip. Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced scallions, julienne cucumbers and carrots, and chopped peanuts, as desired.

    Cook’s Note

    Several ingredients in the sauce are salty; taste before seasoning with salt.

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    727
    Calories

    40g
    Fat

    37g
    Carbs

    60g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    4

    Calories
    727

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    40g

    51%

    Saturated Fat
    11g

    54%

    Cholesterol
    284mg

    95%

    Sodium
    962mg

    42%

    Total Carbohydrate
    37g

    13%

    Dietary Fiber
    2g

    8%

    Total Sugars
    7g

    Protein
    60g

    120%

    Vitamin C
    10mg

    11%

    Calcium
    54mg

    4%

    Iron
    4mg

    22%

    Potassium
    805mg

    17%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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