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Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Irresistible Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce You’ll Love

This Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is a quick and easy dish that offers exotic flavors and is perfect for both appetizers and main courses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Low sodium recommended
  • 1/2 cup Coconut milk Unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger powder Can use fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper To taste
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Peanut butter Smooth variety
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice Squeezed
For the Skewers
  • 10-12 pieces Bamboo skewers Soaked in water

Equipment

  • Grill
  • blender
  • Skewers
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine the chicken thighs with soy sauce, coconut milk, brown sugar, grated garlic, turmeric, ginger powder, salt, coriander, and crushed red pepper. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
  2. While the chicken marinates, create the peanut sauce by blending together peanut butter, coconut milk, brown sugar, soy sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic, ginger powder, turmeric, and crushed red pepper in a blender until smooth.
  3. Soak bamboo skewers in water 30-60 minutes before grilling. Thread 4-5 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, ensuring even packing for cooking.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat (about 350°F). Spray grill grates lightly, place skewers on grill, and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
  5. Remove skewers from grill and let rest for a couple of minutes. Serve hot with peanut sauce on the side, paired with jasmine rice and vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the richest flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Substitute peanut butter with sun butter/tahini if needed. Serve with jasmine rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

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