Chicken Satay Skewers

Chicken Satay Skewers are a deliciously spiced, tender grilled chicken dish that pairs perfectly with creamy peanut sauce. The marinade of coconut milk, curry, turmeric, ginger, garlic, and soy infuses the chicken with rich, layered flavours that develop beautifully when left to rest. Chicken Satay Skewers are quick to cook yet full of exotic taste, they make a perfect meal for family dinners, casual gatherings, or summer barbecues.

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Marinade 2

Total Time 2 55

Servings People

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken thighs boneless/skinless
1/4 cup coconut milk
2 1/2 tsp curry powder See Note
1 1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp ginger freshly grated
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp groundnut oil to brush over chicken
Salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large glass bowl preferably, add the coconut milk, curry powder, turmeric, brown sugar, fish sauce, ginger, garlic and soy sauce and mix thoroughly.
1/4 cup coconut milk, 2 1/2 tsp curry powder, 1 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp ginger, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp soy sauce
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and massage the marinade into the chicken. Ensure all of it is covered.
2 lbs chicken thighs, Salt, ground black pepper
Cover the bowl with cling film and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours. I prepare mine the night before, so the marinade has a lot longer time to do its thing.
If cooking on the bbq don’t forget it takes time for the coals to heat up fully.
When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
Turn the grill on to a medium high heat.
Using wooden skewers, soak in water first so they don’t burn in the heat.
Brush lightly with neutral flavoured oil such as groundnut or canola oil.
1 tbsp groundnut oil
Give a light sprinkle of salt and pepper and place on the grill/bbq turning regularly for up to 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. The juices should run clear.
Serve the chicken satay skewers with dips but especially peanut sauce

Notes

I use a pale curry powder such as yellow or pale red as this does affect the final colour of the chicken satay skewers.

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