Thai Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce
Indulge in the delightful taste of Thai Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce, a dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand right to your kitchen! This recipe features tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with a creamy, addictive peanut sauce that will have your taste buds dancing. Perfect as an appetizer for holiday gatherings or a comforting meal any night of the week, this versatile dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. With customizable spice levels and serving options, you can make it your own every time you whip it up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/3–1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (like Sambal Oelek)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients, reserving some for the peanut sauce.
- Marinate chicken strips in the mixture for at least six hours or overnight.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading marinated chicken onto them.
- For cooking, choose between grilling, baking at 350°F for 15–20 minutes, or pan-frying until cooked through.
- To make the peanut sauce, simmer reserved marinade with coconut milk until heated and stir in peanut butter until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (150g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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