Description
This Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce recipe offers tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with a rich, creamy peanut dipping sauce. Perfect for a flavorful appetizer or main dish, this recipe combines aromatic spices and a tangy, spicy peanut sauce for a delightful Southeast Asian-inspired treat.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch thick strips
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lime, zest and juice of
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, honey, or sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, or liquid aminos (gluten-free)
- 2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Peanut Sauce
- 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 3–4 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, honey, or sugar
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 medium garlic clove, grated
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a medium bowl, combine chicken strips with olive oil, lime zest and juice, maple syrup, soy sauce, turmeric, chili powder, garlic powder, dried ginger, and salt. Use tongs to mix thoroughly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to 24 hours, to allow flavors to infuse.
- Prepare the peanut sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, water, vinegar, maple syrup, sriracha, and grated garlic until smooth. Adjust the sauce’s consistency by adding more water if needed. Set aside for serving.
- Prepare the skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the skewers, laying the chicken flat like a ribbon. This recipe yields about 10 skewers.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 500°F (260°C), and spray the grilling surface with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Grill the chicken skewers with the grill lid closed for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has grill marks.
- Serve: Plate the grilled chicken satay skewers and drizzle with the prepared peanut sauce or serve the sauce on the side as a dip for an authentic flavorful experience.
Notes
- Storage: Remove chicken from the skewers and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave and warm the peanut sauce before serving again.
- Skewer Tip: Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning on the grill.
- Marination Time: For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight but at least 2 hours is required.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 skewers with sauce)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
