Peanut Butter Marinade Recipe

Get ready to be obsessed! This addictive peanut butter marinade, a secret recipe from my friend Lainy, will transform your next meal. It's incredibly easy to make and delivers a rich, savory, and subtly sweet flavor that's perfect for chicken, pork, or tofu. Elevate your weeknight dinner with this unbelievably delicious marinade!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 299.8 kcal

Protein 13g

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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Marinade

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How to Make Peanut Butter Marinade

In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil until smooth and creamy.
Add the chicken (or your protein of choice), ensuring it's fully coated in the marinade.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill, broiler, or skillet to medium-high heat.
Grill, broil, or pan-fry the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
Serve immediately and enjoy the incredible flavor!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

Fat

23g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Marinade?

Peanut Butter Marinade takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Marinade?

Peanut Butter Marinade has approximately 299.8 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Marinade?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Marinade are Chunky Peanut Butter, Peanut Oil, White Wine Vinegar, Soy Sauce, Lemon Juice, Garlic. See the full list with measurements above.