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Chicken Satay with Easy Thai Peanut Sauce

Chicken Satay with Easy Thai Peanut Sauce


  • Author: Nora
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Fire up your grill for this bold and mouthwatering Chicken Satay with Easy Thai Peanut Sauce! Skewered strips of juicy marinated chicken, char-grilled to perfection, pair beautifully with a creamy, sweet-spicy peanut sauce. This easy dinner recipe brings bold Thai flavors to your home without hassle. Perfect for weeknight meals, easy dinners, backyard BBQs, or healthy snack-style bites, this is one of those food ideas you’ll keep returning to. A must-try if you’re exploring quick dinner options, family-friendly meal prep, or flavorful Asian-inspired bites!


Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts

1 cup coconut milk

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 teaspoons curry powder

1 teaspoon turmeric

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon grated ginger

1 tablespoon lime juice

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

2 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)

1 tablespoon brown sugar (for sauce)

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes or 1 teaspoon sriracha

1/4 cup water


Instructions

1. Prepare the marinade by mixing coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, curry powder, turmeric, garlic, ginger, and lime juice in a bowl.

2. Slice chicken into thin strips and marinate in the mixture for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.

3. To make the Thai peanut sauce, heat peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, chili flakes or sriracha, and water over low heat. Stir until smooth.

4. Thread marinated chicken strips onto soaked wooden skewers.

5. Grill skewers over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side, until cooked through and charred.

6. Serve with fresh vegetables and the warm peanut sauce for dipping.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.

You can make the peanut sauce in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (1/4 recipe)
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 37g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: chicken satay, Thai peanut sauce, easy dinner, skewers, Asian recipe