Description
Smoky, juicy grilled chicken skewers meet a creamy, tangy Thai-style peanut sauce in this easy weeknight recipe that feels like a trip to a bustling Thai street market. This easy dinner idea is bold in flavor, quick to prep, and endlessly versatile. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner recipes, healthy snacks, or exciting new meal prep food ideas, this chicken satay fits the bill. The marinade infuses the chicken with spices and richness, while the peanut sauce adds that crave-worthy finishing touch that makes everyone come back for seconds.
Ingredients
500g boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
200ml coconut milk
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce or fish sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
⅓ cup water
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, soy sauce (or fish sauce), brown sugar, garlic, and ginger to create the marinade.
2. Slice chicken into thin strips and place in a bowl or zip-top bag. Add the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
4. Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers, keeping the strips flat and even.
5. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
6. Grill chicken skewers for 3–4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and nicely charred. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
7. While chicken cooks, prepare peanut sauce by combining peanut butter, red curry paste, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, and water in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth and warmed. Add extra water to thin, if needed.
8. Serve grilled chicken with warm peanut sauce, garnished with chopped peanuts, herbs, or cucumber salad if desired.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the fridge.
Thin the peanut sauce with warm water until it reaches your ideal dipping consistency.
Chicken thighs are more forgiving on the grill, but breasts work well if not overcooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken satay, easy Thai peanut sauce, grilled chicken skewers, quick dinner, Thai recipe