Savory Chicken Satay with Creamy Peanut Dipping Sauce

This Chicken Satay recipe features juicy grilled chicken skewers served with a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Marination Time 4

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 4 skewers

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 464

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lb Chicken Thighs Juicy and tender, optimal for grilling.
2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Used for marinating and grilling; neutral oil preferred.

For the Marinade

1 cup Dry Roasted Peanuts Adds nuttiness and is blended for the marinade.
2 tbsp Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness to balance savory and spicy.
3 tbsp Soy Sauce Adds depth and umami flavor.
1 tbsp Lemongrass Increases brightness and aroma.
3 cloves Garlic Contributes pungency and depth.
3 leaves Makrut Lime Leaves Enhances citrus flavor.
1 inches Minced Ginger Offers warmth and spiciness.
1 tsp Turmeric Adds color and mild earthy flavor.
1 tsp Curry Powder Delivers subtle complexity.
1 tsp Black Pepper For seasoning and slight heat.
2 pieces Thai Chiles Provide heat; adjust for spice level.

For the Peanut Dipping Sauce

⅓ cup Reserved Marinade Set aside for the dipping sauce.
¼ cup Crushed Peanuts For topping the skewers.

For Garnishing

2 tbsp Green Onion For garnish, offering freshness.
2 tbsp Cilantro Leaves For garnish, offering freshness.

Equipment

grill
Blender
bamboo skewers
Meat Thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Satay

Prepare Marinade: Blend dry roasted peanuts, light brown sugar, soy sauce, lemongrass, garlic, makrut lime leaves, minced ginger, turmeric, curry powder, and black pepper until smooth. Drizzle in vegetable oil while blending until creamy. Reserve one-third for the dipping sauce.
Marinate Chicken: Cut chicken thighs uniformly. Coat chicken with the remaining marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Skewer Chicken: Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes. Thread chicken onto skewers, 5-6 pieces each, leaving space between pieces.
Grill Skewers: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken skewers for about 4 minutes on each side, until cooked through and charred.
Make Peanut Sauce: Blend reserved marinade with crushed peanuts until smooth, adjusting with water as needed.
Serve: Serve warm skewers topped with crushed peanuts and garnished with green onion and cilantro. Pair with dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 464kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight and use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness.

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