Description
Chicken Satay features tender boneless skinless chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of lime, spices, and soy sauce, grilled to perfection and served with a creamy, tangy peanut sauce. Ideal for a fun dinner or appetizer that’s both sweet and spicy.
Ingredients
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For Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch thick strips
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lime, zest and juice of
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, honey, or sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, or liquid aminos (gluten-free)
- 2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
For Peanut Sauce:
- 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 3-4 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, or liquid aminos (gluten-free)
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, honey or sugar
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 medium garlic clove, grated
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine chicken strips with olive oil, lime zest and juice, maple syrup, soy sauce, turmeric, chili powder, garlic powder, dried ginger, and salt. Use tongs to toss everything together, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 hours up to 24 hours to enhance flavor.
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: Whisk together peanut butter, water, soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, sriracha, and grated garlic in a small bowl. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed. Set aside for serving.
- Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Metal skewers can be used without soaking.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread chicken strips onto skewers flat side down, creating about 10 skewers depending on strip size.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium heat (around 500 degrees Fahrenheit) and spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place skewers on the grill with the lid closed. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Serve: Drizzle grilled chicken satay with peanut sauce or serve the sauce on the side as a dip. Enjoy immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- To store leftovers, remove chicken from skewers and place in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Reheat chicken in the microwave and warm the peanut sauce gently before serving again.
- For a gluten-free version, be sure to use gluten-free soy sauce or liquid aminos.
- Adjust sriracha amount in the peanut sauce based on preferred spice level.
- Can be served with steamed rice or fresh vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 3 skewers with sauce)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
