Indonesian Chicken Skewers With Peanut Sauce (Satay

Name: Indonesian Chicken Skewers With Peanut Sauce (Satay Ayam)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 pinch ground white pepper; 1 tablespoon sunflower seed oil; 24 wooden skewers; Peanut Sauce:; 1 cup water; 5 tablespoons peanut butter; 2 tablespoons kecap manis (sweet soy sauce); 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon lime juice

Servings: persons

1 pound chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground white pepper
1 tablespoon sunflower seed oil
24 wooden skewers
Peanut Sauce:
1 cup water
5 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lime juice

1
Combine chicken thighs, 3/4 teaspoon salt, white pepper, and sunflower seed oil in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
2
Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning during cooking.
3
Bring water, peanut butter, kecap manis, brown sugar, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a small saucepan; stir to combine. Remove from heat and add lime juice.
4
Thread marinated chicken onto skewers. Set about 2 tablespoons peanut sauce aside in a small bowl and brush the sauce in the bowl over chicken.
5
Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange chicken skewers in batches on grill pan and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Serve skewers with remaining peanut sauce from the saucepan.

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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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1 pinch ground white pepper, 1 tablespoon sunflower seed oil, and more.

Yes, Indonesian Chicken Skewers With Peanut Sauce (Satay Ayam) 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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Indonesian Chicken Skewers With Peanut Sauce (Satay Ayam)

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