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spicy chicken satay skewers on a metal tray on a green plate

Thai Chicken Satay

Jim & Betsi Hill
Chicken satay is the perfect, simple side dish recipe. Treat your guests to this Thai inspired dish with this crowd favorite that includes spicy marinated chicken breast, paired with a creamy rich peanut dipping sauce. 
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Food
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 -6
Calories 479 kcal

Ingredients
  

CHICKEN SATAY

  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, pounded to ½” thick and cut into 1” strips
  • 3 T. soy sauce
  • 2 T. sesame oil
  • T. hot sauce
  • 1 T. pure maple syrup
  • 2 T. fresh lime juice
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 T. fresh ginger piece finely minced
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE

  • ¾ c. low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1/3 c. peanut butter
  • 1 T. soy sauce
  • 1 T. pure maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 T. fresh lime juice
  • 1 t. garlic powder
  • ¼ c. fresh cilantro chopped
  • ¼ c. roasted peanuts roughly chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preparation of Skewers and Marinade
  • Place wooden skewers, if using, in a bowl of water until ready to prepare chicken. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, hot sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, and fresh ginger.
  • Season with salt and black pepper, as desired, and add the chicken strips.
  • Cover and store in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight. Turn chicken at least once while marinating.
  • Preparing Peanut Sauce
  • To prepare the peanut sauce, combine the chicken stock, peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, cayenne pepper, lime juice, and garlic powder in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Simmer gently, stirring frequently, until the sauce is smooth, and slightly thickened, around 5-6 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to a serving container. Top with fresh cilantro and roasted peanuts and set aside.
  • Preparation for Grilling Your Chicken Satay
  • To prepare the chicken, clean the grates on a gas grill with a stiff wire brush. Spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Close lid and preheat grill to medium. (To prepare indoors, spray a grill pan with non-stick cooking spray and set heat to just below medium-high)
  • Thread chicken strips onto prepared skewers and place over direct medium heat.
  • Close the cover and cook, turning once, until nicely browned, and cooked through, approximately 4-6 minutes per side. (If cooking indoors, increase cooking time to 5-7 minutes per side).
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately with the peanut dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 479kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 45gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 1498mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9g
Keyword chicken, dinner, grilled chicken
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