Chicken satay is a mouthwatering dish with tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection. The savory, slightly sweet, and mildly spicy flavors are enhanced by a rich peanut sauce, making each bite irresistible. Whether as an appetizer or main course, chicken satay is a delicious treat that leaves you wanting more.
Grilled Chicken Satay & Peanut Sauce
Chicken satay, or “sate ayam,” originated in Indonesia, particularly within Javanese cuisine. Influenced by Indian kebabs brought by Muslim traders, it features marinated, skewered, and grilled meat, typically served with a flavorful peanut sauce. As chicken satay spread throughout Southeast Asia, each region added its unique twist. Today, it remains a beloved dish, celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and delicious taste.
Equipment
- 15 Bamboo skewers whatever skewers you use
Ingredients
- 1.25 lb Chicken thighs boneless and skinless
Marinade
- 1 tbsp Curry powder
- 1 tsp White sugar
- 2 tsp Red curry paste
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Coconut milk
Thai Peanut Sauce
- 2 tbsp Red curry paste
- 3/4 cup Peanut butter
- 1/4 cup White sugar
- 2 tsp Soy sauce dark
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Cider vinegar
- 3/4 cup Water
Serving
- 2 tbsp Peanuts finely chopped
- 4 Lime wedges
- Cilantro sliced
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Combine marinade ingredients (1 tbsp Curry powder, 1 tsp White sugar, 2 tsp Red curry paste, 1 tsp Salt, 1/2 cup Coconut milk) in a large bowl and mix well. Add 1.25 lb Chicken thighs and allow to marinate at least 30 min…preferably over night.
- Combine ingredients for Peanut Sauce (2 tbsp Red curry paste, 3/4 cup Peanut butter, 1/4 cup White sugar, 2 tsp Soy sauce, 1 tsp Salt, 2 tbsp Cider vinegar,3/4 cup Water) into a large bowl and mix well. Cover.
- Heat grill to medium high
- Add peanut sauce to pan along with remaining coconut milk and heat on medium. Sir until combined (every couple minutes). Sauce should be the consistency of pancake batter…adjust with water if necessary. Remove from heat.
- Grill chicken until golden brown and pile onto a platter.
- Sprinkle serving ingredients (2 tbsp Peanuts, 4 Lime , Red pepper ) over skewers and place 4 Lime wedges on the side.