Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, thinly sliced (optional); 2 tablespoons agave nectar; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grilling; 1/4 small Napa cabbage, shredded (about 3 cups); 6 ounces snap peas, shredded; 1/4 cup cilantro leaves; Wooden skewers; Spicy Peanut Sauce for serving, recipe follows; 3 tablespoons reduced-fat smooth peanut butter; 1/4 cup light coconut milk; 2 teaspoons fish sauce; 1 to 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon agave nectar

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons fish sauce
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 stalks fresh lemongrass, thinly sliced (optional)
2 tablespoons agave nectar
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grilling
1/4 small Napa cabbage, shredded (about 3 cups)
6 ounces snap peas, shredded
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
Wooden skewers
Spicy Peanut Sauce for serving, recipe follows
3 tablespoons reduced-fat smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup light coconut milk
2 teaspoons fish sauce
1 to 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon agave nectar

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Whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, lemongrass, agave, soy sauce, ginger, chili flakes and garlic (makes 3/4 cup).
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Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a shallow baking dish; reserve the remaining 1/4 cup.
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Thinly slice chicken crosswise, with your knife slightly on the diagonal.
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Add the chicken to the marinade in the baking dish, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
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Strain reserved marinade into a large bowl; whisk with the vegetable oil.
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Add the shredded cabbage, snap peas and cilantro; cover with plastic and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high; soak about 24 skewers in water for 20 minutes.
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Thread chicken onto skewers.
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Lightly oil grill grates; sear or grill chicken in batches until cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
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Toss slaw; serve with chicken and Spicy Peanut Sauce, if desired.
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Nutritional analysis per serving (includes peanut sauce)
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Calories 225; Total Fat 9g (Sat Fat 1.5g, Mono Fat 2.5g, Poly Fat 4g); Protein 22g; Carb 15g; Fiber 2g; Cholesterol 44mg; Sodium 654mg
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Combine all ingredients in a bowl with 1 tablespoon water; whisk until smooth.
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Nutritional analysis per serving (for spicy peanut sauce only)
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Calories 60; Total Fat 3g (Sat Fat 1g, Mono Fat 1g, Poly Fat 1g) ; Protein 2g; Carb 6g; Fiber 1g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 227mg

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, thinly sliced (optional), 2 tablespoons agave nectar, and more.

Yes, Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce 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.

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Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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