{"id":2531,"date":"2026-06-02T04:26:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T04:26:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/theflavorindex\/?p=2531"},"modified":"2026-06-02T04:26:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T04:26:15","slug":"chicken-satay-skewers-so-good-youll-skip-the-main-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/theflavorindex\/2026\/06\/02\/chicken-satay-skewers-so-good-youll-skip-the-main-course\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Satay (Skewers So Good, You’ll Skip the Main Course)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Satay is proof that chicken on a stick can be life-changing. Turmeric-kissed, coconut milk-marinated skewers grilled until slightly charred. The real star? That rich, spicy peanut sauce for dipping. Fire up the grill. Let’s skewer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Serves 4 as an appetizer or 2 as a main.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the Chicken Satay:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • 1\u00bd lbs (675g) chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch strips<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 can (14 oz \/ 400ml) coconut milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tbsp turmeric powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Wooden skewers (soaked in water 30 minutes)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For the Peanut Sauce:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      \n
    • \u00bd cup creamy peanut butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bd cup coconut milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 1 tbsp lime juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 1 tbsp brown sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 1 tsp red curry paste (or sriracha)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bc cup water (to thin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Step 1: Marinate Chicken<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
        \n
      1. Whisk coconut milk, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, turmeric, coriander, garlic, and ginger.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Add chicken. Toss to coat. Cover and marinate 2\u20138 hours (longer = better).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Step 2: Make Peanut Sauce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          \n
        1. Whisk peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and curry paste in a saucepan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Warm over medium-low heat. Add water gradually until desired consistency (smooth and dippable). Set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Step 3: Skewer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
            \n
          1. Thread chicken strips onto soaked skewers. Don’t overpack \u2014 leave space for even cooking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Step 4: Grill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            1. Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Grill skewers 3\u20134 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Step 5: Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              1. Serve hot with peanut sauce. Add cucumber relish or pickled onions if you’re feeling fancy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Eat with your hands. That’s the satay way.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                Prep Time:<\/strong> 15 min + marinate | Cook Time:<\/strong> 10 min | Total:<\/strong> 25 min + marinate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Yield:<\/strong> 10\u201312 skewers | Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                Fridge (marinated uncooked):<\/strong> 1 day. Cooked satay:<\/strong> 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer at 375\u00b0F for 5 minutes. Peanut sauce keeps 5 days in fridge \u2014 reheat with a splash of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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