Chicken Satay with Easy Thai Peanut Sauce 

Chicken Satay with Easy Thai Peanut Sauce is a delightful dish that captures the essence of Southeast Asian cuisine. This recipe features tender chicken skewers marinated in a blend of aromatic spices, grilled to perfection, and paired with a rich and creamy peanut sauce. The combination of savory, sweet, and slightly spicy flavors makes this dish a favorite among many. Whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a casual meal, this chicken satay is sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Satay:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon ground coriander

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• Skewers (wooden or metal)

For the Easy Thai Peanut Sauce:

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)

• Warm water (to thin the sauce)

Directions

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, vegetable oil, oyster sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

   • Cut the chicken into strips and add it to the marinade. Mix to coat evenly and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the Peanut Sauce:

   • In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, lime juice, and red chili flakes.

   • Gradually add warm water until you reach your desired consistency. Set aside.

3. Preheat the Grill:

   • Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

4. Skewer the Chicken:

   • Thread marinated chicken strips onto the skewers, leaving some space in between each piece for even cooking.

5. Grill the Skewers:

   • Place the skewers on the heated grill and cook for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Fat: 22g

• Protein: 26g