Peanut Garlic Marinade

Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
A rich, creamy sauce blending savory peanuts, bright lemon, and aromatic garlic
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This Peanut Garlic Marinade is a vibrant, international-inspired sauce that transforms simple proteins into a gourmet meal. The base combines smooth peanut butter with savory chicken broth, creating a luxurious texture that clings beautifully to meat or vegetables. Aromatics like minced garlic and fresh lemon juice cut through the richness, while a touch of brown sugar adds a subtle sweetness to balance the flavors. Perfect for marinating chicken parts before baking or serving as a dipping sauce, this recipe delivers deep, savory satisfaction with every bite. It’s an easy, pantry-friendly creation that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen, ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Peanut Garlic Marinade

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 219.9

Description

This Peanut Garlic Marinade is a vibrant, international-inspired sauce that transforms simple proteins into a gourmet meal. The base combines smooth peanut butter with savory chicken broth, creating a luxurious texture that clings beautifully to meat or vegetables. Aromatics like minced garlic and fresh lemon juice cut through the richness, while a touch of brown sugar adds a subtle sweetness to balance the flavors. Perfect for marinating chicken parts before baking or serving as a dipping sauce, this recipe delivers deep, savory satisfaction with every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, pantry-friendly creation that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen, ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine chicken broth, peanut butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and brown sugar in a blender.
  2. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and emulsified.
  3. Season with cayenne pepper to taste, blending briefly to incorporate.
  4. Arrange chicken parts in a single layer in a large shallow baking dish.
  5. Pour the marinade evenly over the chicken, turning pieces to coat thoroughly.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, turning occasionally.
  7. Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before baking.
  8. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  9. Bake uncovered for approximately 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 219.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.9g20%
Saturated Fat 3.0g15%
Cholesterol 40.1mg14%
Sodium 100.3mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 9.1g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 5.3g
Protein 16.3g33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: peanut, garlic, marinade, sauce, chicken, lemon, broth, blender, creamy, international, glaze, dipping, spicy, easy, pantry, homemade, flavorful, versatile, comfort, dinner
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