Chef John's Peanut Curry Chicken

INGREDIENTS

Spice Blend:

1 tbsp

kosher salt, plus more to taste

2 tsp

ground coriander

2 tsp

ground cumin

1 tsp

ground turmeric

1 tsp

paprika

1/2 tsp

cayenne pepper

2 1/2 lb

skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

large yellow onion, chopped

6 cloves

garlic, minced

1 tbsp

finely grated fresh ginger

3 1/2 cups

chicken broth, or to taste

3/4 cup

unsweetened natural peanut butter

1/2 cup

ketchup

1 tbsp

packed brown sugar

1 lb

zucchini, cut into chunks

red bell pepper, cut into chunks

green poblano pepper, diced

2 cups

hot cooked rice

lime, for garnish

1/2 cup

roasted peanuts, plus more for garnish

3 tbsp

chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish