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Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl

Savory Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl for a Wholesome Meal

This Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl is a flavorful and nourishing meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine Thai
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into strips
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Quinoa

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water

For the Vegetables

  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup carrots julienned
  • 1 cup red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber sliced
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
  • 0.25 cup green onions sliced

For the Peanut Sauce

  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons warm water

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  • Cut 1 pound of chicken breast into strips. Season with 0.5 teaspoon salt and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper evenly.
  • In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add seasoned chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil, increase heat to high, and stir-fry broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together 0.5 cup peanut butter, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger. Add 2 tablespoons warm water to thin the sauce.
  • Divide cooked quinoa among serving bowls, top with stir-fried vegetables and chicken.
  • Drizzle the prepared peanut sauce over each bowl.
  • Garnish with cucumber, cilantro, and green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure to prep ingredients first for a smooth cooking experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Easy Dinner, Healthy Recipe, meal prep, Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowl, Vegetable Bowl, wholesome meal
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