Chicken Satay Recipe
Skewered chicken marinated in coconut milk and served with Thai peanut sauce and cucumber salad on the side.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Thai Peanut Sauce
Cucumber Salad
Skewers
Method
Chicken Marinade
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
- 2
Make the Marinade
In a separate bowl, mix together coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Marinate the Chicken
Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Thai Peanut Sauce
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, chili flakes, and water.
- 5
Cook the Sauce
Heat over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cucumber Salad
Skewering and Grilling
- 9
Soak the Skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- 10
Skewer the Chicken
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers.
- 11
Grill the Skewers
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the skewered chicken for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.