Delicious Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce Recipe
A flavorful and easy-to-make Chicken Satay recipe featuring tender marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with a rich, creamy peanut sauce. This classic Southeast Asian dish is perfect as an appetizer or main course, combining savory, tangy, and nutty flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Peanut Sauce
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon water (optional, to thin sauce)
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional, to taste)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, and lime juice. Add the chicken strips and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the skewers evenly.
- Make the Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and optional ingredients like honey and garlic. Add water gradually to reach desired consistency. Stir until smooth and set aside.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice char marks.
- Serve: Arrange the grilled chicken satay skewers on a platter and serve warm with the prepared peanut sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add chili flakes to the marinade or sauce.
- Can be cooked on a stovetop grill pan if an outdoor grill is not available.
- Use chicken thighs for juicier meat instead of chicken breast.
- Peanut sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Serve with cucumber salad or steamed rice for a complete meal.
Keywords: Chicken Satay, Peanut Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Southeast Asian Recipe, Easy Chicken Skewers
