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Grilled Thai Chicken Satay skewers served with a side of creamy peanut dipping sauce, garnished with crushed peanuts, cilantro, and a colorful shredded vegetable slaw with sliced red chilies and lime wedges.

Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

This classic Thai Chicken Satay is tender, flavorful, and served with a creamy, rich peanut dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Satay
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into thin strips
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter creamy
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tsp sriracha sauce optional, to taste

Equipment

  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic, turmeric, and vegetable oil. Add chicken strips and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
  2. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for about 3–4 minutes per side, until cooked through and slightly charred.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the peanut sauce: combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, coconut milk, and sriracha in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat, whisking until smooth.
  5. Serve the chicken satay warm with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. For extra flavor, garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro before serving.