This Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet is loaded with asian inspired flavors, without all the preservatives and junk you'd find in traditional takeout food. Savory, lightly spicy, and so delicious.
Keto chinese food? This Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet has all the inspired flavors
I know when you think of peanut butter, chicken is not usually the next thing that comes to mind. If we were playing a word association game, you would likely answer with jelly. But trust me when I tell you that it is equally as good paired with chicken, especially with a bunch of other asian inspired flavors.
What to make with this Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet
We love to serve this low carb peanut chicken skillet with a side of cauliflower rice, or vegetable noodles.
In addition to this Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet, Check out some of my other favorite low carb skillet recipes:
- Chicken Sausage and Vegetable Skillet
- Corned Beef Hash Breakfast Skillet
- Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potato and Bacon Hash
- Creamy Herbed Bacon and Egg Skillet
- Sausage, White Cheddar, and Heirloom Tomato Frittata
- Skillet Roasted Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce
- Keto Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb chicken breast, cut into tender sizes pieces
- sea salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper (about 3.5 oz), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup chicken stock
- ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos (get it here)
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3 green onions, sliced on a bias
- fresh torn cilantro, optional as garnish
- crushed peanuts, optional as garnish
- lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and olive oil.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and pan-sear until golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes each side.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add the red peppers and garlic to the skillet.
- Sauté for an additional 5 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the garlic is fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken stock, peanut butter, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well incorporated.
- Pour sauce into skillet. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and let simmer.
- Let simmer, stirring frequently for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle green onions over top before serving.
Notes
8.25g net carbs per serving
Nutrition
- Calories: 502
- Fat: 33g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3.75g
- Protein: 44g
Keywords: keto chinese food, asian keto recipes, low carb copycat chinese, low carb one pot meal
Shoe Queen says
I made this dish tonight, and WOW! This was really good, and was very much enjoyed by myself and the husband. I served it on zucchini zoodles, and also added some crushed peanuts on top for garnish. What a great protein packed dish that was quick and easy for Monday night cooking. Definitely a keeper! Thank you for a yummy Monday!
Peace Love and Low Carb says
Yay! So happy that you liked it. Thank you so much for taking the time to come back and let me know. 🙂
Rhonda Morenzoni says
Flippin AMAZING! !! SOOOOO Delish!!! Thank you! !!
Linda says
This was amazing and it's definitely going into my permanent rotation! I substituted chili garlic sauce for the red pepper flakes and added a small zucchini and some green beans. For those in the family not eating low carb, take out your poarstion and stir in one package of udon noodles to the remainder. It was the perfect amount and extended the dish considerably. Thank you for this one!
Naomi says
I adore your recipes and THISSSS was no exception. Outstanding.
Edith says
Absolutely wonderful! Right at the top list of my favorites.
Thank you
Raquel says
This is a winner!. Even my picky eater ate this dish. I served it for the kids with rice but ate mine over Zoodles and Broccoli. I added carrots and browned the chicken in coconut oil instead of butter, and I may add some butternut squash or sweet potato next time.
Katie says
This looks amazing! Currently looking for keto meals to make in batch and freeze, would this be freezable?
Peace Love and Low Carb says
Personally I haven't tried freezing this one. If you try it and it reheats well, be sure to let us know. 🙂
plasterer bristol says
This turned out delcious. One of my favorites a great recipe. Thanks for sharing.
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Jamie says
This was AMAZING!!! everyone loved it and it was super easy!! Can't wait to make it again!
Tamara says
I made this for supper tonight. It is SO good. Thank you for another winning recipe! I've lost 88 pounds eating low carb. My husband has lost about the same amount. We're both so happy eating this way. You've really helped us have some special suppers with all your creative ideas. Thank you!
Marie says
Made this tonite, very easy & tasty. As we use little salt I did find it saltyif you are a low sodium person use low sodium soy & stock. Definitely will make again
ivy says
I'm confused if I cut the chicken up in pieces like the recipe says or keep whole like the picture ?
Peace Love and Low Carb says
It is cut into tenders sized pieces as stated in the recipe and featured in the picture.
Katie says
Licking out my bowl right now. I will have leftovers the next three days for lunch. Already looking forward to it.
Brenda says
Yummy as usual! Love your recipes, Kyndra
Michelle says
This is amazing! Hubby and I both enjoyed it very much. I used refined coconut oil instead of butter and added a bit of grated ginger, because I it, very tasty! I didn't use as much oil, but it still turned out great. We'll definitely have this again!
Heather says
Hi. Any idea how I could make this with powdered peanut butter? That's all I have right now. Thanks!
Peace Love and Low Carb says
You can do it as a 1 for 1 exchange. Rehydrate enough of the powder to match the quantity called for in the recipe
Gail C says
I made this last night and was surprised at how good it is. I served it over shirataki noodles. I also used boneless chicken thighs instead breasts.
Sandy says
I absolutely love this. Added zucchini and a little bit more red pepper flakes. It was absolutely amazing. Definitely a keeper.
Peace Love and Low Carb says
Awesome. So happy you enjoyed it!!
Justin says
This recipe is quite tasty but I'll offer one warning. The sauce was nice and creamy until I raised the heat to boil. It then began to separate. I believe this is more an issue with "natural" peanut butter. It looked so much better before the separation. Keep an eye on it and don't let it get too hot after you pour the sauce in. Thanks for the recipe!
Emma says
Made this last night but as a stir fry in the wok with lots of yummy crisp veges with it as well, it was a huge hit!
My daughter said this morning to make all future stirfrys with that sauce!
Can't get enough of your recipes!
Shelby Reade says
This is my very first low carb dinner made and this is absolutely amazing. Loved the fresh flavors and how quickly this came together. And this was even better the next day for lunch.
Husband and toddler (they had theirs over rice) devoured this and the hubs has already requested this again.
Love your site, newsletter, and all your recipes, looking forward to trying many more (pork eggroll in a bowl is tonight).
Peace Love and Low Carb says
Thank you so much! So happy that they whole family enjoyed it.
Danielle says
Man oh man this was so so yummy. My super picky teenage son loved it...no leftovers now!
Julie says
Many areas in Asia use Peanuts and Peanut Butter . Such as Chicken and Beef Sate served with Peanut Sauce. Spicier the better. Peanut Sayce is served with many things. Cannot wait to try your version.
Joe Hightower says
Made it tonight with family. Big success- almost no leftovers I’m sorry to report.! I omitted the red pepper flakes and onions per spouse’s request but otherwise followed recipe exactly. Thanks for a great low-carb dish.
Teresa says
I adore anything in peanut sauce so I’ve been meaning to make this for awhile now and finally did tonight. My sauce did some weird separatey thing so it didn’t look as pretty as your pictures but MAN WAS IT DELICIOUS! This one’s going in the keeper pile! Thanks!
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Anu says
This is lovely, and SO easy! Brilliant for a busy weeknight meal. Made it exactly as written and it worked like a charm. I might even try this with chicken thighs, I think that could take this to the next level. Thanks for yet another fantastic recipe 🙂
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Karen K says
Holy crap this was AMAZEBALLS!!! Served it over Cauliflower rice and my husband didn't even know there was no real rice. It's soaked up the peanut sauce wonderfully and he was thrilled there was a serving for leftovers for him tomorrow when he gets home from work. I highly recommend everyone make this!
Cykii says
This dish was beautiful. Would probably reduce the soy sauce next time but amazing dish all the same. Great recipe ????????
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Anu says
This is wonderful! As someone else suggested, I used chicken thighs and added some ginger along with the garlic and peppers. I also had some coconut milk to use up so I added that along with some water and a chicken stock cube instead of chicken stock, added a few drops of Stevia for that typical hint of sweetness you get in satay sauces, and garnished with some fresh coriander... that sounds like a lot of changes, but it wasn't really! 🙂 I didn't find it too salty at all, but then again I do like my food well salted. Thank you so much for the yummy recipes, this is perfect for a weeknight, it's so easy to make.
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Lavinia says
Wow, just made this tonight and I'm in love! Thank you so much for this recipe, I think I'll be making this a lot! Also, that's one dish sorted for when my parents come to visit at Christmas, because I think they'll love it just as much!
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Tracy says
This dish is so delicious!! It was a huge hit with the whole family. ????
Do you think it might be adapted for a slow cooker? Would the sauce hold up?
Thank you for so many awesome recipes!!!
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Lisa says
This was fantastic. I made a few changes due to our dietary needs and it was still amazing. I reduced the peanut butter considerably, added some ginger, mushrooms and broccoli. Can't wait to make this again.
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Alicia says
This was so amazing! Even my picky eater 10 year old loved it. My hubby is allergic to peanuts, so I substituted Cashew Butter for the Peanut Butter. This is a definite repeat recipe. Thank you
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Lisa says
I used this recipe almost exactly as written and my family loved it! Thank you so much for putting out all these great recipes. The only thing I did different was I added one teaspoon of grated ginger, no green onion (because didn't have it), coconut oil instead of olive oil, and one tablespoon of ketchup (primal kitchen) to the sauce. The peanut butter I used is the lowest carb I've found so far (Maranatha Organic pb). I think that helped me portion out the servings as 3 bigger servings instead of 4, and mine was only 5 net carbs per serving. ❤🥰❤🥰
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GG says
Delicious and very similar to West African chicken peanut stew. Thanks for sharing. I enjoy your site.
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rosana says
This was delicious !!! I used less of the chicken stock and added 1/3 c coconut milk ...sooo good!
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Fae says
Made this tonight - both my husband and I loved it! Quick to make. Now I want it tomorrow!! 😋
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Joe says
Very quick, very easy, very good!
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Brenda says
This one is a go to in our house. Its the one and only recipe my boyfriend asks for specifically. The flavours are perfect. I top mine on a bed of cauliflower rice or a bed of coleslaw heated up in a fry pan with bean sprouts. Amazing recipe. Thank you for sharing.
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Claudia says
Quick, easy and delicious! The whole family liked it and that doesn't happen very often!
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Anonymous says
Omg so so good and easy had it with some cauliflower rice. Perfect
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Anonymous says
This is tasty. Even my doubtful husband enjoyed it. 😊
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Tatiana says
So delicious! Me and my son who is very picky enjoyed it! I will make it again for sure!!!
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Tracey says
This recipe was super easy to make and very tasty. My Dad tried to go back for 3rd's! We paired it with roasted broccoli but this would have been amazing over cauliflower rice or regular rice if not doing keto.
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Cillian says
Just made this tonight... absolutely wonderful! I increased the garlic a bit, added some sriracha and a splash of rice vinegar to the sauce but it clearly would have been very tasty as written. My partner who can be a bit skeptical of new dishes thought it was delicious. Thanks for a great, easy recipe to add to our rotation!
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Karen Maloney says
This recipe is so good and easy. The sauce is delicious with little bit of spice. I put the scallions and some crushed peanuts on top!
Served with Palmini rice!
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Kelly B. says
Excellent! So fast and so easy to follow. This recipe saved me at dinner on a busy school night. Both my husband and son loved it. Thank you!
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Stacey says
I made this one pot wonder for dinner tonight and WOW is it DELICIOUS! I made it just like the recipe, but ommitted the cilantro as my husband is not a fan. The chopped peanuts on top are the perfect crunch for added texture. Great recipe that I will definitely be using again and again.
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Debra says
Had this for my birthday dinner last Friday and it was the best Peanut Chicken I have ever tasted. This recipe was so quick and easy that it will be in our monthly rotation for a good long while. I personally think it was even better as left overs the next day. Thank you!
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Holly Vega says
One of our all time favorite dinners! I like to use chicken thighs and sometimes almond butter, served over cauliflower rice. So delicious.. Thank you!
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Jess says
Love, love, love this recipe. It's a regular in the rotation at our house. The combo of slightly sweet peanut butter, the soy sauce, just all *chefs kiss*.
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