Pan-Seared Chicken with Toasted Peanut Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

A tender pan-seared chicken breast glazed with a rich, nutty peanut sauce that balances savory and slightly sweet flavors. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts dry, season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then transfer to a plate and rest.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and add 2 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (if using). Cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Step 5: Return chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the peanut sauce over them, cooking for 1 more minute to glaze the chicken thoroughly before serving.