Delicious Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce Recipe
This Chicken Satay recipe features tender marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with a flavorful homemade peanut sauce, combining traditional Southeast Asian flavors in a simple and delicious dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
For the Peanut Sauce
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup coconut milk or water, to thin sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or fresh chili (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and ground coriander. Mix well to create the marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken strips to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Make the Peanut Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and chili flakes. Gradually add coconut milk or water until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes beforehand to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the skewers evenly.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Serve: Arrange the grilled chicken satay on a platter and serve hot with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- To enhance flavor, marinate chicken overnight if time permits.
- Can be cooked on an outdoor grill, grill pan, or broiler if a grill is unavailable.
- Adjust the spice level of the peanut sauce by adding more chili flakes or fresh chopped chilies.
- Peanut sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or fresh cucumber slices for a complete meal.
Keywords: chicken satay, peanut sauce, grilled chicken skewers, Asian chicken recipe, Southeast Asian grilling
