Chicken Satay (The Best Recipe!)
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
50 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
263 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Malaysian
Chicken Satay (The Best Recipe!)
Description
Chicken Satay (The Best Recipe!) calls for boneless, skinless chicken pieces marinated in a blend incorporating lemongrass, garlic, shallots, turmeric, coriander, chili powder, salt, sugar, and neutral oil. The marinade is pureed to evenly coat the meat, allowing it to soak for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight for deep flavor development. After marinating, the chicken is skewered and grilled over high heat with regular oil basting to keep it moist. The quick grilling chars the meat’s surface, enhancing its texture and creating an appealing smoky aroma.
The final satay is served alongside a peanut sauce, fresh cucumber pieces, and quartered onions, which help balance the meat’s richness with fresh and crunchy accents. The use of lemongrass and a combination of spices in the marinade distinguishes the dish and provides an aromatic undertone. Some tips include soaking bamboo skewers to avoid burning and optionally adding chicken skin pieces between meat chunks to keep the satay juicy during grilling.
This dish is well-suited to outdoor grilling and works as a flavorful appetizer, snack, or main course when paired with dipping sauce and fresh vegetables. The marinade’s balance of spices and sweetness gives the grilled chicken a layered flavor that holds up well to the charred texture.
Use a mix of chicken breasts, thighs, and legs cut into uniform pieces for even cooking.Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor absorption.Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least two hours before grilling to prevent burning.Grill over charcoal if possible for added smoky aroma.Adding chicken skin between meat pieces bastes the meat and adds crispy edges.Use the white end of lemongrass pounded and infused in oil to enhance flavor.Snip off any over-charred bits after grilling for better presentation and taste.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (1kg) chicken breast thighs, or legs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cucumber cut into small pieces
- 1 onion quartered, small
- neutral cooking oil for basting, generic cooking oil
Chicken Satay Marinade:
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 2 talks lemongrass white parts only
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- 6 shallots or pearl onions, peeled, small
- 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 tablespoon salt or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey
Instructions
- Cut the chicken meat into small cubes. Set aside.
- Blend all the Chicken Satay Marinade ingredients in a food processor. Add a little water if needed.
- Make the chicken satay sauce. Follow my peanut sauce recipe.
- Combine the chicken and the marinade and stir to mix well. Marinate the chicken for 6 hours in the fridge, or best overnight. When ready, thread 3-4 pieces of the chicken meat onto the bamboo skewers.
- Grill the chicken satay skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until the meat is fully cooked, and the surface is nicely charred, on both sides. Baste and brush with some oil while grilling. Serve hot with peanut sauce, fresh cucumber slices, and onions.
Notes
- Use a mix of chicken breasts, thighs, and legs cut into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor absorption.
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least two hours before grilling to prevent burning.
- Grill over charcoal if possible for added smoky aroma.
- Adding chicken skin between meat pieces bastes the meat and adds crispy edges.
- Use the white end of lemongrass pounded and infused in oil to enhance flavor.
- Snip off any over-charred bits after grilling for better presentation and taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 263 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6people | |
| Calories | 263kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 144mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 727mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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