Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRuuthai's KitchenThai Chicken Satay Recipe

Thai Chicken Satay Recipe

Inspired by Ruuthai's Kitchen
Time2h
Serves4

Grilled chicken skewers served with peanut sauce.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Peanut Sauce

For Serving

Method

Prepare the Chicken

  1. 1

    Cut the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into thin strips, about 1 inch wide.

  2. 2

    Make the Marinade

    In a bowl, combine coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, red curry paste, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.

  3. 3

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken strips to the marinade, making sure they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.

Prepare the Peanut Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

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

  2. 5

    Cook the Sauce

    Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until it becomes smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add water gradually until the desired consistency is reached.

  3. 6

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the sauce and add more chili flakes if desired. Set aside to cool.

Grill the Chicken

  1. 7

    Soak Skewers

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

  2. 8

    Thread the Chicken

    Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the soaked skewers, about 4-5 pieces per skewer.

  3. 9

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

  4. 10

    Grill the Chicken

    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.

Serve

  1. 11

    Plate the Skewers

    Arrange the grilled chicken skewers on a serving platter.

  2. 12

    Add the Sauce

    Serve with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.

  3. 13

    Garnish

    Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

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