Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce Mark Bittman
Elevate your appetizer game with Mark Bittman’s flavorful Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce—a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and tangy flavors. Featuring tender, marinated chicken thighs infused with soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and warm ground coriander, these juicy skewers are grilled to perfection for irresistible charred edges. The creamy peanut sauce, spiked with a hint of chili paste for a subtle kick, brings a nutty richness that perfectly complements the grilled chicken. Ready in just 30 minutes of active prep and cooking, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, party platters, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dish. Pair it with a fresh cucumber salad or jasmine rice for a complete meal that’s bursting with bold Southeast Asian-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.25 cup hot water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for peanut sauce)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (for peanut sauce)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar (for peanut sauce)
- 0.5 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha
- 8 wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch strips and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, garlic, and salt. Add the chicken strips to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the peanut sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, hot water, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and chili paste until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush it with vegetable oil.
Carefully thread the marinated chicken strips onto the soaked skewers, making sure to pierce through the meat securely a few times.
Grill the chicken satay skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter.
Serve the chicken satay skewers alongside the prepared peanut sauce for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 122.8 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.6 g | 133% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 567 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 4392 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 152.0 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2181 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
