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Grilled chicken satay skewers garnished with fresh cilantro on a speckled white plate.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces coconut milk
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch strips
  • Fresh chopped cilantro for garnish

For the Peanut Sauce

  • 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 6 ounces coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes. In a separate bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, ground ginger, cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric.
    Chicken satay marinade ingredients: coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, spices, and limes.
  • Add chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
    Marinating chicken strips in a bowl for chicken satay.
  • In a small saucepan, make the peanut sauce by combining peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, coconut milk, fish sauce, red pepper flakes, and lime juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
    Combining peanut butter, coconut milk, and spices for chicken satay sauce.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers. Grill for about 5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Sprinkle on fresh cilantro for garnish.
    Chicken satay skewers grilling on a metal rack.
  • Serve the grilled chicken satay with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.
    Grilled chicken satay skewers on a white plate, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 747kcal (37%) Carbohydrates: 17g (6%) Protein: 80g (160%) Fat: 41g (63%) Saturated Fat: 24g (150%) Sodium: 1242mg (54%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 10g (11%)

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Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.