Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Thai Chicken Satay Skewers, perfectly marinated in coconut milk and red curry paste. These tender, grilled chicken bites are skewered for easy serving and paired with a creamy peanut sauce that will have your taste buds dancing. Ideal for backyard barbecues or cozy family dinners, this dish promises to impress your guests and leave them craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste (adjust for heat preference)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp smooth peanut butter
- 12 bamboo or metal skewers (soaked if bamboo)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
- 2 tbsp chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together coconut milk, red curry paste, lime juice, and peanut butter until smooth.
- Marinate Chicken: Add chicken pieces to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, ensuring space between pieces for even cooking.
- Grill Skewers: Cook on the grill for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked with charred bits.
- Make Sauce: Mix soy sauce with brown sugar in a small bowl until dissolved. Garnish with chopped peanuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 skewers (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg