Description
This Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is a delicious and authentic skewered chicken dish marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, coconut milk, garlic, lime juice, and brown sugar, then grilled to perfection. Served with a creamy, slightly spicy peanut sauce, it’s perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course that brings the taste of Southeast Asia right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Satay
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Peanut Sauce
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- Sriracha sauce, to taste
- Optional garnishes: chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro
Other
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, 1/2 cup coconut milk, lime juice, brown sugar, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors infuse fully.
- Prepare Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning during cooking.
- Thread Chicken onto Skewers: Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and discard excess marinade. Cut the chicken breasts into even bite-sized pieces and thread them onto the soaked wooden skewers, ensuring they’re evenly spaced for even cooking.
- Grill the Chicken Satay: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is fully cooked through and has a nice char without drying out.
- Make the Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, combine the peanut butter with 1/2 cup coconut milk. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Add Sriracha sauce to taste, stirring well to blend in the desired amount of heat.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked chicken satay skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle the peanut sauce generously over the top or serve it on the side for dipping. Optionally, garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro to add texture and freshness.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- If you don’t have a grill, the satay can be cooked under a broiler or on a grill pan on the stovetop.
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha in the peanut sauce to control the spice level.
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugars for a healthier option.
- Soaking the skewers is essential to prevent them from catching fire while grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Keywords: Chicken Satay, Indonesian Satay, Peanut Sauce, Grilled Chicken Skewers, Southeast Asian Recipe
