Chicken Coconut Satay Skewers Recipe

Name: Chicken Coconut Satay Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 40 wooden skewers; 1 12 lbs skinless boneless chicken breasts; 6 shallots; 6 cloves garlic, peeled; ⅓ cup coconut milk; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ground coriander leaves; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground whole cumin seed; ¼ teaspoon turmeric

Servings: persons

1
Soak skewers in cold water for 1 to 2 hours before grilling.
2
Cut meat into 3/4 inch pieces.
3
Place in a medium sized bowl.
4
In a food processor or blender whirl together shallots, garlic, coconut milk, lemon juice, sugar, coriander, salt, cumin and turmeric to form a smooth paste.
5
Combine with meat and marinate, covered in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours.
6
Thread onto skewers without crowding, about 4 pieces per skewer.
7
Grill or broil until crisp and browned, but still juicy, about 3 to 6 minutes, turning to cook evenly.
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(An adopted recipe.)

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 40 wooden skewers, 1 12 lbs skinless boneless chicken breasts, 6 shallots, 6 cloves garlic, peeled, and more.

Yes, Chicken Coconut Satay Skewers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Coconut Satay Skewers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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