Peanut Satay Chicken Skewers

Satay is a beloved Southeast Asian street classic of meat grilled on skewers over open heat. These Thai-style chicken skewers shine with a creamy peanut-coconut sauce brightened by lime and red curry paste.

Serves 4 · 25 min prep · 12 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 520 cal
• 38g protein
• 18g carbs
• 34g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 1 tbsp red curry paste
• 1 tsp fish sauce
• 8 wooden skewers
• 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 lime lime wedges
• 1 tbsp neutral oil

Instructions

1. 1Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes so they do not burn on the grill or under the broiler.
2. 2Cut the chicken thighs into even 1-inch pieces and pat them dry with paper towels so the marinade clings well.
3. 3In a medium bowl whisk together the peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, red curry paste, and fish sauce until smooth and pourable.
4. 4Reserve one-third of the peanut sauce in a separate bowl for basting and serving; pour the rest over the chicken pieces and toss to coat thoroughly.
5. 5Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes while you heat the grill or broiler to medium-high, about 400°F.
6. 6Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
7. 7Brush the grill grates or a broiler pan lightly with neutral oil, then arrange the skewers in a single layer.
8. 8Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through, lightly charred at the edges, and registers 165°F inside.
9. 9During the last two minutes, brush the reserved peanut sauce over the skewers so it caramelizes slightly without burning.
10. 10Transfer the skewers to a platter, sprinkle with chopped roasted peanuts and fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with lime wedges and any remaining warm peanut sauce for dipping.