Chef Ed brings the heat and the flavor with this bold and nourishing dish: Spicy Peanut Chicken with Broccoli & Black Bean Sauce served over Perfect Sticky White Rice. This recipe is a masterclass in texture and taste, with tender cubed chicken breast, crisp broccoli, aromatic garlic and onions, roasted peanuts, and a velvety peanut-black bean sauce kissed with spice. Serve it over glutinous sticky rice for a rich, fulfilling meal that hits every note—salty, sweet, spicy, and umami.

🥢 Spicy Peanut Chicken with Broccoli

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
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Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (like avocado or canola)
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup roasted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons fermented black bean sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili paste (like sambal oelek or gochujang)
  • ¼ cup water (more if needed for sauce consistency)
  • Optional garnish: sliced scallions, sesame seeds, extra peanuts

Instructions:

  1. Prep Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together black bean sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, chili paste, and water until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Sear Chicken: Heat neutral oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken. Sear until golden brown and just cooked through (about 6–8 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Sauté Veggies: Add sesame oil to the same pan. Toss in chopped onions and garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add broccoli and a splash of water to steam-cook for about 4–5 minutes until just tender.
  4. Bring It Together: Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the peanut-black bean sauce and stir to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened and glossy.
  5. Add Peanuts: Toss in roasted peanuts just before serving for crunch.
  6. Serve: Spoon over a bed of sticky white rice. Garnish with scallions, sesame seeds, or extra spice if desired.

🍚 Sticky White Rice (Glutinous Rice)

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Soak Time: 4 hours minimum (or overnight)
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 4 hrs 25 min
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Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Thai sticky rice (also called glutinous rice)
  • Water for soaking and steaming

Instructions:

  1. Rinse & Soak: Rinse sticky rice in cold water until water runs clear. Soak in a bowl with cold water for 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Steam: Drain soaked rice. Line a bamboo or metal steamer with cheesecloth or a wet towel. Spread rice evenly and steam over boiling water for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
  3. Fluff & Serve: Remove rice and fluff with a fork. Serve immediately under that delicious spicy peanut chicken.

Pro Tips from Chef Ed:

  • Shortcut: If you’re in a rush, jasmine rice works fine—just lose the sticky texture.
  • Amp It Up: Add bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch and color.
  • Peanut-Free? Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.

Why This Dish RocksTag words: chef ed, spicy peanut chicken, peanut sauce, black bean sauce, sticky rice recipe, glutinous rice, broccoli chicken, bold flavors, spicy Asian food, healthy chicken dish, protein-packed dinner, rice bowl, wok cooking, fermented black bean, peanuts, gochujang recipe, sticky rice method, chef ed’s recipes, gourmet chicken, fusion cooking, comfort food, quick meal, meal prep idea, spicy sauce, umami-rich recipe, garlic and onion chicken, healthy home cooking, asian cuisine, chef ed spicy chicken, peanut and black bean fusion

The combination of peanut butter and fermented black bean sauce creates a creamy, umami-packed profile that plays beautifully against the sharpness of garlic, the crunch of broccoli, and the subtle sweetness of the sticky rice. It’s nutrient-dense, high in protein, and satisfying enough for lunch or dinner. A perfect showcase of Chef Ed’s global flavor fusion approach.

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Chef Ed’s Spicy Peanut Chicken with Broccoli & Black Bean Sauce

 

Chef Ed’s Spicy Peanut Chicken with Broccoli & Black Bean Sauce