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Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken (Buffet Style)

Crispy Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken Buffet Style You’ll Love

This Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken features crispy chicken and a creamy sauce, perfect for buffet-style dining.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Processed peanut butter works best for a smooth texture.
  • 1/2 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Adds sweetness and thickness; do not substitute with regular sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Introduces savory depth to balance sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Water Add gradually to achieve desired sauce consistency.
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thighs Flatten for even cooking.
  • 2 large Eggs Used for egg wash.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Thickens egg wash for breadcrumb adherence.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Provides an ultra-crispy coating.

Equipment

  • deep fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • Shallow dish
  • Meat mallet
  • Wire Rack
  • thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Whisk together sauce: In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, soy sauce, and water. Stir until creamy.
  2. Flatten chicken thighs: Use a meat mallet to gently flatten the boneless chicken thighs to about ½-inch thickness.
  3. Prepare egg wash: In a shallow dish, mix together eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, and a tablespoon of peanut butter until smooth.
  4. Coat with breadcrumbs: Dip each flattened chicken piece in the egg wash, then coat it with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat the oil: In a deep frying vessel, heat oil to 350°F.
  6. Fry the chicken: Fry chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Drizzle with sauce: Slice the fried chicken and generously drizzle peanut sauce over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a balanced meal.

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