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    Home » Recipes » Chicken Recipes

    Published: Apr 28, 2022 · Last Updated: Sep 22, 2022 by Kyndra Holley

    Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet

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    Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe· 4.9 from 51 reviews
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    white skillet full of chicken, with a peanut butter sauce, red bell peppers, green onions and cilantro
    a white bowl with cauliflower rice, peanut butter chicken, green onions and cilantro
    a white bowl with cauliflower rice, peanut butter chicken, green onions and cilantro
    white skillet full of chicken, with a peanut butter sauce, red bell peppers, green onions and cilantro

    This quick and easy Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet recipe is loaded with flavor. Tender, juicy chicken, red bell peppers, and garlic, in a sweet and savory peanut butter sauce, topped with green onions, cilantro, and peanuts. Best of all, this peanut butter chicken only dirties one pan and takes less than 30 minutes.

    white skillet full of chicken, with a peanut butter sauce, red bell peppers, green onions and cilantro
    Table of Contents show
    Ingredients in Peanut Chicken Skillet
    Ingredient Notes
    How to Make Peanut Butter Chicken
    Step by Step Directions
    Recipe Tips and Variations
    Frequently Asked Questions
    What to Serve with this Keto Peanut Butter Chicken
    More Keto Chicken Recipes
    Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet

    Ingredients in Peanut Chicken Skillet

    ingredients to make peanut butter chicken - chicken, peanut butter, red peppers, soy sauce, green onions olive oil

    Ingredient Notes

    • Chicken: For this peanut chicken skillet, I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but you could also use chicken thighs. (More low carb chicken recipes)
    • Bell pepper: I like to use red bell peppers because they are mild and have a slight sweetness to them. You could also use orange, yellow, or green bell peppers. To add a little more kick, try using poblano, Anaheim, or even jalapeños peppers. (Try these Pickled Jalapeños)
    • Peanut butter: For the sauce, I recommend using a thicker peanut butter. If you are concerned with the carb count, you can use a reduced sugar variety. (Try these Keto Peanut Butter Cookies)
    • Soy sauce: The soy sauce in this recipe adds a nice salty, umami element. You can also use Tamara (gluten free soy sauce), or even coconut aminos.
    • Garnishes: I like to top this with some sliced green onions, torn cilantro, peanuts, and crushed red pepper flakes.

    How to Make Peanut Butter Chicken

    a white skilled with pan-seared chicken tenders, seasoned with salt and pepper

    Step by Step Directions

    STEP 1: Season the chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and olive oil. Add the chicken to the skillet and pan-sear until golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes each side.

    a white skillet with pan-seared chicken, red peppers, seasoned with salt and pepper

    STEP 2: 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 crisp-tender and the garlic is fragrant.

    a peanut butter sauce for peanut chicken - peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic, onions

    STEP 3: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken stock, peanut butter, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well incorporated.

    a white skillet with pan-seared chicken, red peppers, and a peanut butter sauce

    STEP 4: 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 or until thickened. Sprinkle green onions over top before serving.

    white skillet full of chicken, with a peanut butter sauce, red bell peppers, green onions and cilantro

    Recipe Tips and Variations

    • Storage: Store leftover Peanut Butter Chicken in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    • Reheating: I recommend reheating this in a pan on the stovetop and adding a splash of chicken stock and a couple tablespoons of peanut butter to help revive the sauce.
    • Add more veggies: This is also delicious with mushrooms, asparagus or broccoli added.
    • Sub shrimp: This peanut sauce also works well with shrimp. Since shrimp cooks so fast, you can just sauté them right in the sauce.
    • Add rice: If you aren't concerned with keeping this a low carb peanut butter chicken, this is excellent served over white rice.
    • Spice things up: To give this dish a little more kick, add some chili paste to the sauce or sprinkle it with some crushed red pepper flakes before serving.
    a white bowl with cauliflower rice, peanut butter chicken, green onions and cilantro

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use a natural peanut butter?

    I recommend using a thicker peanut butter. The natural varieties are very oily and do not work well with this sauce.

    Is peanut butter keto?

    Some peanut butter is very high in added sugars, making it high in carbs. Just be sure to check the nutrition labels and read the ingredients.

    Can this be made with almond butter?

    Yes, but I recommend using the thickest almond butter you can find. It may be necessary to reduce the amount of chicken stock in order for the sauce to still thicken.

    a white bowl with cauliflower rice, peanut butter chicken, green onions and cilantro

    What to Serve with this Keto Peanut Butter Chicken

    • Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
    • Sesame Ginger Noodles
    • Sweet and Spicy Green Beans
    • Egg Roll in a Bowl
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    white skillet full of chicken, with a peanut butter sauce, red bell peppers, green onions and cilantro

    Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet


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    4.9 from 51 reviews

    • Author: Kyndra Holley
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 4 Servings
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This quick and easy Low Carb Peanut Chicken Skillet recipe is loaded with flavor. Tender, juicy chicken, red bell peppers, and garlic, in a sweet and savory peanut butter sauce, topped with green onions, cilantro, and peanuts. Best of all, this peanut butter chicken only dirties one pan and takes less than 30 minutes. 


    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ pounds chicken breast, cut into tender sizes pieces
    • sea salt and pepper
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil (I use this brand) code kyndraholley for $5 off
    • 1 medium red bell pepper, 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

    1. Season the chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper on both sides.
    2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and olive oil. Add the chicken to the skillet and pan-sear until golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes each side.
    3. 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 crisp-tender and the garlic is fragrant.
    4. 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 or until thickened.
    5. Sprinkle green onions, cilantro, and peanuts over top before serving, if using

    Notes

    • Net carbs per serving: 8.25g
    • Storage: Store leftover Peanut Butter Chicken in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    • Reheating: I recommend reheating this in a pan on the stovetop and adding a splash of chicken stock and a couple tablespoons of peanut butter to help revive the sauce. 
    • Add more veggies: This is also delicious with mushrooms, asparagus or broccoli added. 
    • Sub shrimp: This peanut sauce also works well with shrimp. Since shrimp cook so fast, you can just sauté them right in the sauce. 
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Chicken Recipes
    • Method: Saute
    • Cuisine: Asian

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    ** Recipe Originally Posted on March 3rd 2016 - Recipe Updated on April 28th 2022**

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    1. Marla says

      May 13, 2022 at 11:43 am

      I really enjoyed this especially as leftovers! I paired it with Riced Palmini (Hearts of Palms) and it was a satisfying and filling meal.

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    2. Carrie says

      May 12, 2022 at 6:52 pm

      So good and easy to make!

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    3. Lisa Pizzuto Whittaker says

      May 09, 2022 at 2:56 pm

      We love love love this recipe. The flavors compliment each other and provide a wonderfully easy, tasty weeknight dinner. We serve it over fresh baby spinach! Yum!

      Note: I leave out the crushed red pepper flakes and substitute the bell peppers for sugar snap peas (since I cannot have nightshades.)

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    4. Jenn Ruff says

      May 09, 2022 at 1:35 pm

      Our family favorite!! So full of flavor, quick and easy. We love that it calls for ingredients that we always have on hand.

      Reply
    5. Tonya says

      May 09, 2022 at 8:25 am

      One of my favorite recipes! It's quick and easy, and SO delicious!

      Reply
    6. Jeff says

      May 01, 2022 at 8:45 pm

      These flavors are amazing and a quick easy one pot recipe that you can turn into other things! I made mine into a keto pad thai!

      Reply
    7. Denette says

      April 29, 2022 at 11:20 pm

      Love this recipe! It is one of our favorites!

      Reply
    8. Denise says

      April 29, 2022 at 2:13 pm

      One of my favorites to make from your site. Thanks!

      Reply
    9. Lori l. says

      April 29, 2022 at 4:50 am

      I just wanted to comment that I LOVE this dish.. going forward, I will skip salting the chicken as I use coconut aminos instead of soy and that substitution makes it a bit salty. The recipe literally couldn’t be any easier. Thank you!

      Reply
    10. Dawn Krenner says

      April 29, 2022 at 3:28 am

      One of the best chicken dishes I've ever made!

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