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Close-up view of char-grilled chicken satay skewers, with golden turmeric marinade and cilantro, with a bowl of peanut sauce partially visible in the foreground.
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Satay Chicken Recipe

These chicken satay skewers are loaded with bold seasoning and kissed by a little heat from a fiery grill. Marinated in a fragrant Southeast Asian spice blend and served with a spicy peanut dipping sauce, they’re the ultimate dinner or appetizer for warm weather grilling.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 419kcal
Author: Nicole Gaffney

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 2-inch piece ginger peeled and sliced
  • 2 4-inch pieces lemongrass tough outer layer removed, thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeno halved, seeds removed for less heat
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • skewers if using wooden skewers, be sure to soak in warm water for at least 30 minutes prior to using.

For the Spicy Peanut Sauce

  • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce adjust to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons warm water as needed
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Add the garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and brown sugar to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the vegetables start breaking up, then process on high for 1-2 minutes until finely chopped.
  2. Add coconut milk, turmeric, coriander, cumin, fish sauce, and salt, then continue processing until it forms a smooth paste.
  3. Slice the chicken into thin strips, then add to a plastic zip-top bag along with the paste. Seal the bag, then use your hands to squish the turkey around to mix together and fully coat with all the ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Make the spicy peanut sauce by whisking together the peanut butter, sriracha, water, soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar until smooth. Adjust the seasoning to your taste, then set aside.
  5. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Skewer the chicken pieces by weaving them over and under, like an accordion, making sure they're nice and compact.
  6. Grill until charred on one side, about 3-4 minutes. Turn and continue grilling on the other side until the chicken is totally cooked through.
  7. Remove from the grill and serve with spicy peanut sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Use natural creamy peanut butter for a smoother sauce. Avoid commercial peanut butter spreads if possible.
  • Don’t skimp on the marinating time! This great marinade needs time to work, otherwise it will lack flavor. 
  • For an authentic, extra smoky flavor, grill over a wood fire or charcoal grill. 

Nutrition

Calories: 419kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 1417mg | Potassium: 859mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 84IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3mg
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