Indonesian Chicken Breasts

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 3

Indonesian Chicken Breasts with Peanut Butter Sauce

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

300

Sugar

11g

Fat

14g

Indonesian Chicken Breasts with Peanut Butter Sauce is a delicious and healthy dish that combines grilled chicken with a flavorful peanut butter sauce. The sauce is made with orange juice, peanut butter, and curry powder, which gives it a slightly spicy flavor. Red bell peppers add color and crunch to the dish, while shredded coconut and currants add texture and sweetness. This dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner.

Instructions

1.	In a blender, combine the orange juice, peanut butter, and curry powder.
2.	Blend until the mixture is smooth.
3.	Preheat the grill or broiler.
4.	Grill or broil the chicken breasts and red bell pepper halves for about 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5.	Serve the chicken breasts and red bell pepper halves with the peanut butter sauce, shredded coconut, and currants over hot cooked rice, if desired.

PROS

The peanut butter sauce is a delicious complement to the grilled chicken and red bell peppers.

This recipe is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it a great option for those following a low-carb diet.

CONS

This recipe calls for a fair amount of prep work, including blending the sauce and grilling the chicken and peppers.

It may also be difficult to find currants in some grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles and other tissues in the body.
Peanut butter is also a good source of protein and healthy fats, as well as vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium.
Red bell peppers are packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium.

	1/2 cup orange juice
	1/4 cup peanut butter
	2 teaspoons curry powder
	4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
	1 medium red bell pepper , cut in half
	1/4 cup shredded coconut
	1/4 cup currants
	hot cooked rice ( optional )