Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce combines marinated chicken breast cubes with a blend of lemongrass, turmeric, and ground coriander for deep flavor. Skewered and grilled quickly, the chicken develops a slightly charred surface while remaining tender inside. The smooth peanut sauce, made with peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic, and lime, adds a creamy, tangy contrast. It’s a classic pairing where the bold marinade and rich sauce complement each other well, making the satay a flavorful option for appetizers or casual meals.
Ingredients
CHICKEN SATAY
- 1/4 cup lemongrass dried
- 1/4 yellow onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon ginger 1 inch piece, fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds chicken breast , cut into 1 inch cubes
PEANUT SAUCE
- 1 cup peanut butter smooth
- 1/3 cup soy sauce lite
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 inch ginger fresh, piece
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 2 lime juiced and zested
- wooden skewers
Instructions
- Soak your wooden skewers in water.
- Add all the ingredients from the chicken marinade except for the chicken in the food processor and puree until smooth.
- Add the marinade to the chicken pieces and let marinate for as long as possible (30 minutes minimum but ideally one day).
- Thread each piece of chicken onto a wooden skewer (about 6-8 pieces on each one).
- Cook on a grill or grill pan over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- To make the peanut sauce add all the ingredients of the sauce together in a small food processor and puree until smooth.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes or up to a day for deeper flavor absorption.
- Soak wooden skewers in water before grilling to prevent burning.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and crushed peanuts for added texture and fresh notes.
- Serve skewers immediately with peanut sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 564
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 564kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.05g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 2182mg | 91% |
| Potassium | 1056mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 112IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.