Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Thai Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances savory and sweet notes. This mouthwatering recipe features tender marinated chicken skewers that are grilled to perfection and served with a creamy peanut sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to adapt to your preferred cooking method—grilling, baking, or skillet-cooking. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or paired with rice and vegetables for a complete meal, this Thai classic is sure to impress guests and satisfy your cravings.
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
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, chili paste, lime juice, and spices in a bowl.
- Reserve some marinade for the peanut sauce; coat chicken strips in the remaining marinade and refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Grill or bake the marinated chicken on skewers until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- For the peanut sauce, heat reserved marinade with additional coconut milk until warmed; stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- Serve warm with extra peanut sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg