Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

6 servings
Perfectly grilled chicken satay skewers in the most flavorful marinade. Served with THE BEST creamy peanut sauce ever!!!

Ingredients

  • coconut milk
    ¼ c
  • reduced sodium soy sauce
    2 tbsp
  • yellow curry powder
    2 ½ tsp
  • turmeric
    1 ½ tsp
  • garlic

    minced

    3 clove
  • ginger
    1 tbsp
  • brown sugar
    1 tbsp
  • fish sauce
    1 tbsp
  • boneless

    skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks

    2 lb
  • canola oil
    1 tbsp
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • creamy peanut butter
    3 tbsp
  • reduced sodium soy sauce
    1 tbsp
  • squeezed lime juice
    1 tbsp
  • brown sugar
    2 tsp
  • chili garlic sauce (or more
    2 tsp
  • ginger
    1 tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine coconut milk, soy sauce, curry powder, turmeric, garlic, ginger, brown sugar and fish sauce.

  2. 2

    In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and coconut milk mixture; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag occasionally.

  3. 3

    Drain the chicken from the marinade, discarding the marinade.

  4. 4

    Preheat grill to medium high heat. Thread chicken onto skewers. Brush with canola oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

  5. 5

    Add skewers to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until the chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 12-15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately with peanut sauce.

For the peanut sauce

  1. 1

    Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce and ginger in a small bowl. Whisk in 2-3 tablespoons water until desired consistency is reached.

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

170 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Indulge in Authentic Flavors with Our Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable culinary journey with our Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce. This recipe elevates the classic Southeast Asian favorite, featuring perfectly grilled chicken skewers marinated in an incredibly flavorful blend of coconut milk, fragrant spices like turmeric and curry powder, fresh ginger, and garlic. The result? Exceptionally tender and juicy chicken with a beautiful char from the grill, bursting with aromatic depth in every bite.

What truly sets this homemade chicken satay apart is THE BEST creamy peanut sauce you'll ever taste. It's a harmonious symphony of savory, sweet, tangy, and spicy notes, crafted from rich peanut butter, zesty lime juice, a hint of brown sugar, and a kick from chili garlic sauce. This irresistible dipping sauce perfectly complements the savory grilled chicken, making each mouthful a delightful explosion of flavor and texture.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving an exotic weeknight meal, these flavorful chicken satay skewers are surprisingly simple to prepare. The marinating time is key to infusing the chicken with maximum flavor, and the grilling process is quick and satisfying. Serve your grilled chicken satay alongside fluffy jasmine rice, a refreshing cucumber salad, or simply garnished with fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts for an authentic Thai-inspired feast that will impress everyone at the table.

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