Description
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next BBQ or casual dinner. These juicy, marinated chicken skewers are grilled to perfection and served with a rich, creamy peanut sauce that adds an irresistible depth of flavor. Each bite offers a delightful combination of savory and nutty notes, making this dish a favorite among family and friends. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this recipe is easy to prepare and customizable to suit every palate. Dive into the world of Thai-inspired flavors and elevate your dining experience with this delicious satay!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken (thighs, breasts, or tenders)
- 1/3 cup coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 16 skewers
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Whisk together coconut milk, soy sauce, red curry paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic, curry powder, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken strips and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Make the peanut sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, brown sugar, red curry paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth; bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Prepare skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with peanut sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg