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Thai Chicken Satay Recipe

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4.3 from 11 reviews

Thai Chicken Satay is a flavorful and aromatic dish featuring tender chicken breast pieces marinated in a vibrant peanut sauce infused with garlic, ginger, lime, and chili. Baked to perfection and topped with fresh cilantro, this recipe offers an easy and delicious way to enjoy the classic Thai street food at home.

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

  • Nonstick spray ($0.01)
  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (2 lbs, 907g) ($5.34)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced ($0.06)
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled & minced ($0.21)
  • ½ fresh lime, about 1.5-2 Tbsp juice ($0.13)
  • ½ Tbsp chili garlic sauce (or Sriracha) ($0.07)
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce ($0.11)
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar ($0.04)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil ($0.09)
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil ($0.08)

Peanut Sauce and Garnish

  • ½ cup natural peanut butter (140g) ($0.61)
  • 3 Tbsp hot water ($0.00)
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro (divided) ($0.42)

Instructions

  1. Prep: Gather and prepare all ingredients. Spray an 8x10 casserole dish with nonstick spray and set it aside.
  2. Whisk Marinade: In a medium bowl, add minced garlic, ginger, lime juice, chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and vegetable oil. Whisk together until combined.
  3. Stir Peanut Sauce: Add the peanut butter and hot water to the marinade mixture and whisk again until smooth. Roughly chop the cilantro and set aside a handful for garnish. Stir the remaining cilantro into the peanut sauce.
  4. Marinate Chicken: Set aside ½ cup of the peanut sauce for later use. Place the chicken pieces in a gallon zip-top bag and add the remaining peanut sauce. Press out air, seal the bag, and massage to coat the chicken evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight to marinate.
  5. Preheat Oven: When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the marinated chicken pieces along with the marinade in a single layer in the prepared casserole dish.
  6. Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then brush the reserved peanut sauce onto the top of the chicken pieces.
  7. Continue Baking: Return the casserole dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to guarantee it is fully cooked.
  8. Serve: After baking, fold the chicken pieces into the sauce at the bottom of the dish until well combined. Sprinkle the reserved fresh cilantro on top as garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Adjust chili garlic sauce or Sriracha according to your spice preference.
  • Serve with steamed jasmine rice or fresh cucumber salad for a complete meal.
  • Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar or salt for best results in the sauce.
  • Make sure chicken reaches safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to avoid foodborne illness.