Description
A deliciously tender and flavorful Thai-inspired dish featuring marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with a rich, creamy peanut dipping sauce. This chicken satay pairs the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors for an impressive appetizer or main course that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch strips
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/2 tablespoon fish sauce (or additional 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (from 2 small limes)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 5 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce (or additional 2 teaspoons soy sauce)
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 1 small lime)
- Chopped fresh cilantro, chopped unsalted roasted peanuts, and lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all of the marinade ingredients: soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, Sriracha, ginger, and garlic. Add the chicken strips and toss until thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat. Remove from refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
- Make the Peanut Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine chicken broth, peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, fish sauce, Sriracha, ginger, and garlic. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for about 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce becomes smooth and thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat, stir in the lime juice, and set aside.
- Prepare for Grilling: Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the skewers, weaving the meat back and forth in an “S” pattern to secure it.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook until the chicken is completely cooked through, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F and show nice grill marks. Once cooked, remove from the grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute within the meat.
- Serve: Transfer the chicken satay to a serving platter. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro. Serve warm with the prepared peanut sauce in a small bowl on the side and lime wedges for squeezing over the chicken.
Notes
- For an authentic touch, use coconut milk instead of chicken broth in the peanut sauce.
- You can add 1 tablespoon of red curry paste to the marinade for extra depth of flavor.
- For a more authentic taste, use palm sugar instead of honey.
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of Sriracha or add red pepper flakes.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts for juicier results.
- Serve with cucumber salad to balance the rich flavors of the satay.
- TO STORE: Leftover skewers can be stored in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Store the peanut sauce in a separate airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Remove the chicken from the skewers and place it on a baking sheet. Let come to room temperature, then reheat it in the oven at 350 degrees F. As soon as the satay is warm, serve it immediately; watch it carefully so that it doesn’t dry out. Reheat the sauce gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring every few minutes.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze chicken and peanut sauce separately in airtight, freezer-safe storage containers for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 320kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
