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Sesame Peanut Chicken

Recipe by Zachs.foods on FacebookAdded 12 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. A quick, flavor‑packed Asian‑inspired chicken dish that comes together in just 20 minutes. Crispy, seasoned thighs are tossed in a sweet‑spicy sesame‑peanut glaze, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

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Method

  1. Season the diced chicken thighs with soy sauce, onion powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, grated garlic, baking soda, and cornstarch; coat well.

  2. Heat a little oil in a pan and sear the chicken for about 3‑4 minutes per side until cooked through.

  3. Whisk together the sauce ingredients—soy sauce, chili crisp, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, peanut butter, and grated garlic—until smooth.

  4. Add the sauce to the pan with the chicken and cook for another 2‑3 minutes until the glaze thickens.

  5. Serve the sesame peanut chicken hot, optionally garnished with extra chopped peanuts or green onions.

Tips while you cook

Season and coat evenly
Make sure the diced chicken is fully coated with the soy sauce mixture before searing.
Sear without crowding
Sear the chicken in batches if necessary.
Whisk sauce before adding
Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth before pouring into the pan.
Allow glaze to thicken
Cook the sauce with the chicken for 2‑3 minutes, stirring, until the glaze thickens.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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