Chicken Skewers with Satay Sauce
Tender, flavor-packed chicken skewers meet a luscious homemade satay sauce in this irresistible recipe for Chicken Skewers with Satay Sauce. Perfectly marinated in a blend of coconut milk, soy sauce, turmeric, and ground coriander, the chicken is grilled to smoky perfection, delivering juicy bites with a tantalizing golden char. Served alongside a creamy, slightly sweet peanut butter satay sauce lightly spiced with garlic and chili flakes, this dish is a crowd-pleaser for both casual dinners and special occasions. Easy to prepare and ready in under 40 minutes, these skewers are a fantastic appetizer, main course, or addition to any backyard BBQ. Garnish with fresh cilantro or crunchy peanuts and enjoy a delicious fusion of Southeast Asian flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breasts
- 200 ml Coconut milk
- 5 tablespoons Peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 10 pieces Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 50 ml Water (if needed to thin the sauce)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and place in a large bowl.
In the bowl with the chicken, add 1 tablespoon of coconut milk, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, ground turmeric, ground coriander, 1 minced garlic clove, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for extra flavor.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the satay sauce. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the remaining coconut milk, peanut butter, remaining soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, the second minced garlic clove, and chili flakes (if using). Stir the mixture constantly until smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add water if needed to reach a pourable consistency. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat a grill, grill pan, or broiler to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, ensuring not to overcrowd them.
Brush the skewers lightly with vegetable oil to prevent sticking, then cook each skewer on the grill or pan for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has beautiful grill marks.
Serve the chicken skewers hot with the satay sauce on the side. Garnish with chopped peanuts or fresh cilantro for a finishing touch, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.3 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 411 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 4846 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.0 g | ||
| Protein | 176.7 g | 353% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*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.
