Description
If you’re looking to elevate your next gathering, this Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is a must-try dish that will leave your guests raving! These juicy and flavorful chicken skewers are marinated in an aromatic Thai-inspired blend and grilled to perfection. Paired with a rich, creamy peanut sauce, this dish combines nutty and savory flavors that are simply irresistible. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also family-friendly, making it a go-to choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken (thighs, breasts, or tenders), cut into 1-inch strips
- 16 skewers
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Chopped roasted peanuts
- Sliced red chilis
- Lime wedges
- Cilantro leaves
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, soy sauce, red curry paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic, curry powder, salt, and white pepper until smooth. Add the chicken strips to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).
- In a medium 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 while stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers while discarding any leftover marinade.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a grill pan, add 1-2 tablespoons of oil to prevent sticking. Grill the chicken skewers for 3-4 minutes per side or until lightly charred and fully cooked through.
- Serve warm chicken satay skewers alongside peanut sauce for dipping, garnished with chopped peanuts, sliced red chilis, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg