Description
This Easy Thai Chicken Satay & Peanut Sauce recipe combines tender grilled chicken marinated in fragrant soy, fish sauce, and spices, paired perfectly with a creamy, tangy peanut dipping sauce. Ideal for a quick, flavorful appetizer or light meal that brings authentic Thai flavors to your table.
Ingredients
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Chicken Satay Marinade
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Peanut Sauce
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and blend the flavors.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken strips into the marinade, coating them thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Thread and grill the chicken: Thread the marinated chicken strips onto skewers. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the skewers for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- Prepare the peanut sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, and chili paste until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with additional lime juice or chili paste if desired.
- Serve: Arrange the grilled chicken satay on a platter and serve alongside the peanut dipping sauce for a delicious, authentic Thai appetizer or light meal.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken skewers under a broiler or on a stovetop grill pan.
- The chili paste can be adjusted to taste for mild or spicier sauce.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
- This recipe can be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
