Chicken and Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce

This recipe for Chicken and Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's packed with flavor. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of cornstarch, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, then cooked until browned on all sides. The vegetables are added to the skillet and cooked until tender, then the peanuts are stirred in. The dish is served immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

The inspiration for this recipe came to me one night when I was craving something quick, easy, and flavorful for dinner. I had some chicken breasts in the fridge and a few vegetables in the crisper, so I decided to make a stir-fry. I wanted to give it a little something extra, so I added a peanut sauce. The result was a delicious and satisfying meal that was ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken, cornstarch, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until browned on all sides.
3. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the peanuts. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The cornstarch in the marinade helps to brown the chicken and gives it a slightly crispy exterior.
• The soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil add flavor to the chicken and vegetables.
• The peanuts add a nutty flavor and a bit of texture to the dish.