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Satay Chicken

Irresistible Satay Chicken Skewers with Creamy Peanut Sauce

This Satay Chicken is a quick and impressive dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 500 g Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium for healthier version.
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Coconut sugar or honey can work.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Lemon juice can be an alternative.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Grated fresh ginger preferred.
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder For color and earthy note.
  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder Cumin can be an alternative if needed.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder Optional to omit if you're out.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil will do.
For the Creamy Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Swap for sunflower seed butter for nut-free.
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk Cream or broth can provide different flavors.
For Assembly
  • 8 Wooden Skewers Soaked in water before grilling.
  • Optional Garnishes Chopped peanuts, cilantro, lime wedges.

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium saucepan
  • Wooden skewers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red pepper flakes, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  2. Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, fish sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until smooth and heated through.
  4. Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and thread onto pre-soaked skewers.
  5. Preheat grill to medium heat. Cook skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  6. Arrange cooked skewers on a platter with peanut sauce on the side for dipping, garnished with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for optimal flavor. Always check the internal temperature to ensure it's 165°F. Soak skewers to prevent burning.

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