Thai Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce
If you’re in search of an unforgettable culinary experience, Thai Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce is your answer! This dish combines juicy marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and paired with a rich, creamy peanut sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknights to festive gatherings, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare. Its versatility shines through as you can serve it as an appetizer or a main course alongside rice and fresh vegetables. Once you taste this tantalizing dish, it will undoubtedly become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/3–1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, chili paste, lime juice, and spices. Reserve one-third for the peanut sauce.
- Marinate the chicken strips in the marinade for at least 6 hours.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill or bake until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- For the peanut sauce, heat reserved marinade with coconut milk; stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- Serve warm skewers drizzled with peanut sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (100g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg