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Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce

Skewered chicken thighs glazed in a quick peanut sauce inspired by Madura's street-food staple. Charred edges, nutty richness, ready in 15 minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
38g
Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce
satisfyingquickindonesianchickenjuicycrispyweeknightcasual

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut chicken thighs into 1.5-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sambal, and brown sugar with 2 tbsp water until pourable.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Add chicken, don't stir for 2 minutes until edges brown. Toss, cook 2 more minutes until no pink remains.

  5. Step 5

    Pour sauce over chicken and stir to coat. Simmer 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats each piece.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot over rice with lime wedges and fresh cilantro if you have it.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • small bowl
  • wooden spoon or spatula

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