Chicken satay gets its complex flavor from a coconut milk-based marinade spiced with turmeric, coriander, cumin and garlic. Serve the flame-kissed chicken skewers with an unforgettable Thai-inspired peanut sauce.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup canned coconut milk
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon each ground coriander, ground turmeric and ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup canned coconut milk
2 green onions, chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 to 3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
optional: chopped peanuts and lime wedges
Directions
Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; cut lengthwise into 1-in.-wide strips. In a large shallow dish, combine coconut milk, garlic, brown sugar and seasonings. Add chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
In a small bowl, whisk sauce ingredients until blended. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Thread 2 chicken strips onto each metal or soaked wooden skewer.
Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat until chicken juices run clear, 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve with peanut butter sauce. If desired, sprinkle with additional chopped cilantro and chopped peanuts and serve with lime wedges.