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Cilantro Chicken Stir Fry

A bright, quick stir-fry of tender chicken tossed with crunchy peanuts, crisp peppers and plenty of fresh cilantro.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp peanut oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/4 cup honey-roasted peanuts
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sriracha
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • hot cooked rice for serving (optional)
  • lime wedges for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Wok
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • Small Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tsp peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the bite-size chicken pieces and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until the edges begin to brown.
  3. Add 1/4 cup honey-roasted peanuts, chopped red bell pepper, minced garlic, and minced ginger; cook, stirring, for 3–4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the pepper has softened.
  4. Meanwhile, whisk together 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp Sriracha, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce and the sliced green onions into the skillet and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, about 1–2 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
  7. Serve the stir-fry over hot cooked rice with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking.
  • Use fresh ginger for best flavor.
  • Adjust Sriracha to taste for heat level.
  • Peanuts add crunch—toast plain peanuts if preferred.
  • Serve immediately to preserve cilantro freshness.