Quick Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Quick Thai Chicken Satay with Velvety, Juicy Chicken 🍗🥜

This fast and flavour-packed Thai Chicken Satay brings together two weeknight heroes: velveting (for ultra-tender chicken breast) and a rich peanut sauce you’ll want to drizzle over everything. It’s the kind of recipe that feels like a takeaway favourite but comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for meal prep, low-carb nights, or when you’re craving bold Thai flavours without the fuss. 🇹🇭✨

Why This Satay Works So Well 🧡

The secret to the tenderness is a light velveting step—soy sauce, cornstarch, a touch of oil, and optional baking soda. It gives the chicken that restaurant-style bounce and juiciness, even when using lean breast meat. Pair that with a punchy curry-peanut sauce and you’ve got a reliable, high-flavour meal-prep staple.

If you love using up ingredients smartly, this recipe is intentionally designed with no-waste coconut milk in mind—simply double the peanut sauce and freeze a jar for noodles, salads, dips, and bowls later. Future you will be very pleased. 😌

The Flavour Profile 🌶️🥥

This quick Thai-style satay leans into curry paste, gentle sweetness, and nutty richness. It’s balanced, savoury, and bold enough that you can serve it with plain rice or veggie sides and still feel like the dish is complete.

You’ll get:

• Juicy golden chicken strips
• A silky peanut sauce with depth
• Toasty peanuts and lime for brightness
• Optional coconut rice to soak up every drop

Step-by-Step Overview 🔪🔥

Prepare the Chicken

Give the sliced chicken breast a quick velvet treatment, then add the simple marinade of curry powder, red curry paste, sugar, coconut milk, and salt. It rests while you whip up the sauce—no long marinating time needed.

Make the Peanut Sauce

Everything goes into one small saucepan. A few minutes of gentle simmering produces a glossy, ultra-smooth sauce. Thin it with extra water if you prefer it lighter.

Cook the Chicken

A hot skillet, a splash of oil, and just a few minutes per side—thin strips cook fast, staying tender and juicy thanks to the velveting.

Serve

Pile the chicken onto a plate, spoon over (or serve on the side) loads of peanut sauce, and add garnishes like chopped peanuts, cilantro, lime wedges, or sliced red chilli. Coconut rice, cauliflower rice, or a crisp salad all pair beautifully.

Tips for the Best Satay Every Time 💡✨

• Double the peanut sauce to use up the whole can of coconut milk—freeze in portions for instant lunches.
• Make coconut rice by using half water, half coconut milk when cooking rice.
• Drizzle leftover peanut sauce over cold noodles, roasted vegetables, or even salads.
• Velveting ensures chicken breast stays tender, juicy, and never dry.

Perfect for Meal Prep & Low-Carb Plates 🥗📦

This satay keeps beautifully for 3–4 days. The sauce thickens slightly in the fridge—just rewarm with a splash of water. It's naturally low-carb and keto-friendly, and meal-prep containers with coconut rice or green veggies make for balanced, flavourful lunches.

Garnish & Serving Ideas 🌿

• Fresh cilantro
• Toasted chopped peanuts
• Lime wedges
• Sliced red chilli
• Coconut rice or jasmine rice
• Cucumber ribbons for freshness

A Quick, Bold, Thai-Inspired Dinner 🧡

Whether you're feeding the family, meal prepping for the week, or simply craving something rich and satisfying, this Thai Chicken Satay delivers on speed, flavour, and ease. Every bite is creamy, savoury, aromatic, and deeply comforting—your new weeknight go-to. 🇹🇭🥜🔥