Sate Plecing Chicken
Crispy pan-fried chicken thighs with a tangy, spicy peanut sauce and fresh lime—ready in 20 minutes. Indonesian street food that tastes like you've been cooking all day.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 445
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat chicken dry. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Add chicken skin-side down. Sear 6 minutes without moving until skin is deep golden and crispy.
Step 4
Flip chicken. Cook 4 minutes more until cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Step 5
In the same skillet, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, sambal oelek, soy sauce, and 2 tbsp water until smooth.
Step 6
Return chicken to skillet. Top with sliced shallots and toss gently to coat. Serve hot with rice and lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch nonstick or cast iron skillet
- measuring cups and spoons
- cutting board and knife
- whisk or fork
- paper towels
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