A sweet and savory rice bowl combining creamy peanut chicken with fragrant banana-infused rice. A satisfying fusion dish with rich flavor and a touch of tropical sweetness.
Author:Emma Harper
Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:25 mins
Total Time:40 mins
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Fusion
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
Scale
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
1/2 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup jasmine rice
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
Chopped peanuts (for garnish)
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a pot, combine jasmine rice, water, salt, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is nearly cooked, about 12–15 minutes.
Stir in mashed bananas, cover again, and let rest off heat for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes.
Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and cook another 2–3 minutes, stirring until well coated and heated through.
To serve, spoon banana rice into bowls, top with peanut chicken, and garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
Use natural peanut butter for less sweetness and a smoother texture.
Substitute tofu for chicken to make it vegetarian.
Adjust chili flakes to taste for desired spice level.