Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMae-Khong Thai Tapas & BarChicken Satay Recipe

Chicken Satay Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Grilled marinated chicken skewers served with peanut sauce.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Peanut Sauce

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch each.

  2. 2

    Make the Marinade

    In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, curry powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for more flavor.

Preparing the Peanut Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, add peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, chili flakes, and water.

  2. 5

    Cook the Sauce

    Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is well combined and smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for about 3-5 minutes, then remove from heat.

  3. 6

    Adjust Consistency

    If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more water until desired consistency is reached. Set aside.

Grilling the Chicken

  1. 7

    Prepare the Skewers

    If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.

  2. 8

    Skewer the Chicken

    Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.

  3. 9

    Grill the Skewers

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate the Dish

    Arrange the grilled chicken skewers on a serving platter and serve hot with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.

  2. 11

    Garnish (optional)

    You may garnish with chopped cilantro or crushed peanuts for added flavor and presentation.

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