A delicious recipe for Chicken Satay with a quick Peanut Lime Dipping Sauce. Tender, juicy, grilled chicken skewers that can be served for dinner or even an appetizer!
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Switch up the classic BBQ dinner for this chicken satay dish! Inspired by thai flavours, it’s a touch sweet, a bit smokey from the BBQ, and that creamy peanut-lime dipping sauce is everything.
Why you’ll love this Chicken Satay recipe!
Grill Perfection: This dish is perfect to grill up on the BBQ. It lightly chars the skewers and brings that smoky flavour. But your not limited to a BBQ! It also cooks well in the oven under the broiler or even in a skillet.
Bursting with flavour: From the marinade to the peanut sauce, it’s all about the delicious blend of flavours. Starting with the base, the marinade is made with coconut milk, red curry paste, curry powder, fish sauce, soy sauce, minced ginger, a touch of sugar, and lime juice. Talk about a delicious blend of deliciousness right there!
Appetizer or Dinner: Makes for the perfect appetizer or serve it as main with a rice and veggies!
The best cooking method if you don’t have a BBQ
Q: Can I bake the Chicken Satay?
A: Of course! Place the chicken skewers on baking sheet lined with foil or non-stick spray and bake in the oven at 400°F for about 20 to 25 minutes, turning the skewers halfway through. I like to pop on the broiler for about 2 minutes at the end for a nice charr.
Q: How can the Chicken Satay be cooked in a skillet?
A: Set the skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of oil. Make sure to let your skillet preheat first! Add the chicken, turn down the heat to medium or medium-low if you find it’s browning too fast. Cook the chicken evenly for about 10-12 minutes, turning it until golden on all sides.
Tips for Success
Because I can’t pass up a good shortcut or expert tips in the kitchen to facilitate dinner!
Marinate in Advance: For even more flavor, marinate the chicken the night before. While this isn’t necessary, it certainly allows for the dish to be made in advance if meal prepping is your thing! The flavors will penetrate deeply, making the chicken extra tasty.
Bamboo Skewers: If you’re using bamboo skewers, soak them in a bowl of water for at least an hour –this prevents them from burning during the cooking process.
Adjust the Sauce: Feel free to adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the dipping sauce according to your taste. A little extra sweetness or even some spice can make all the difference!
Side Dishes: Serve with simple sides like jasmine rice or a quick vegetable stir-fry to round out the meal. We personally enjoy it with a side of rice and a quick cucumber salad.
Chicken Satay with Peanut Lime Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
For the Marinade
1 1/2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 inch pieces
1/4 coconut milk
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp fish sauce
2 tsp soy sauce
2 tsp red curry paste
1 tsp curry powder
1 tsp white sugar
For the Peanut-Lime Dipping Sauce
1/3 cup natural, unsweetened peanut butter
1/4 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup brown sugar ( can use white sugar if preferred)
Juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp red curry paste
For serving
fresh chopped cilantro
chopped peanuts
lime wedges
