Delicious Chicken Satay Skewers Recipe

Delicious Chicken Satay Skewers Recipe

Prep your taste buds for a trip to Southeast Asia with this simple yet delicious Chicken Satay Skewers recipe. A crowd-pleaser for gatherings or a flavorful family dinner, chicken satay is sure to impress with its tantalizing peanut sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

For the Peanut Sauce:

• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Warm water, as needed to thin the sauce

Instructions:

1. Begin by preparing the marinade. In a mixing bowl, combine coconut milk, curry powder, minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, turmeric, and cumin. Stir well until the mixture is homogeneous.
2. Thread the chicken strips onto the soaked skewers, weaving them back and forth to secure them.
3. Place the chicken skewers into the marinade, ensuring each one is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
5. While the chicken cooks, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Add warm water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
6. Once the chicken is cooked, arrange the skewers on a plate and serve with the peanut sauce for dipping.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro or crushed peanuts if desired.

Additional Tips:

• If you don’t have access to a grill, you can cook the skewers on a griddle pan or broil them in the oven.
• For a nut-free alternative, try using sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter for the sauce.
• Marinating the chicken overnight will enhance the flavors, but if you are pressed for time, a minimum of 30 minutes will suffice.

There you have it—a scrumptious, aromatic dish that brings the vibrant flavors of street food right to your home kitchen. Enjoy your homemade Chicken Satay Skewers!