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Delicious Chicken Satay skewers served with rich peanut sauce.

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

A quick and flavorful recipe for Thai chicken satay skewers served with a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts Thighs stay juicier.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Do not over-marinate.
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey For sweetness.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon ginger Grated for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder or red curry paste For spiciness.
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter Smooth for a silkier texture.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce To add saltiness.
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice For acidity.
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk Optional for creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha For heat.
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice As a side.
  • 1 cup cucumber slices For a fresh side.

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and curry powder.
  2. Add the chicken and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours in the fridge.
Prepare the Peanut Sauce
  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and coconut milk.
  2. Stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy, adjusting sweetness and spice as desired.
Cook the Skewers
  1. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
  2. Cook the skewers for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  3. Remove skewers from heat and let them rest for a minute.
Serve
  1. Serve chicken satay skewers with peanut sauce and cucumber slices on the side.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water before use to prevent burning. Adjust the consistency of the sauce with water if it thickens too much.