Chicken Satay Skewers with Cucumber Salad
Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly grilled, these Chicken Satay Skewers with Cucumber Salad are a must-try for any food lover! Tender chicken is marinated in a rich blend of spices and skewered before being grilled to smoky perfection.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Satay
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch strips
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- For the Cucumber Salad
- 2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced or julienned
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- Optional Peanut Dipping Sauce
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2–3 tablespoons water, to thin
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, peanut butter, coconut milk, brown sugar, curry powder, lime juice, grated ginger, garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Step 2: Add chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to develop.
- Step 3: Preheat grill, grill pan, or broiler on medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken strips onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Step 4: Grill or broil chicken skewers for 4–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and lightly charred. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes.
- Step 5: In a mixing bowl, combine cucumber, red onion, and red chili. Whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt. Pour over the cucumber mixture and toss gently. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Step 6: Optional: Prepare peanut dipping sauce by whisking together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and water until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed.
- Step 7: Serve chicken skewers hot alongside cucumber salad and optional peanut dipping sauce.