Quick Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce (Weeknight Version)
John and adapted from Nagi at RecipeTin Eats
A simplified weeknight Thai Chicken Satay recipe using chicken breast, velveting for extra juiciness, and a no-waste tip to use up all the coconut milk. Fast, flavorful, and easy!
Quick Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce (Weeknight Version)
John and adapted from Nagi at RecipeTin EatsA simplified weeknight Thai Chicken Satay recipe using chicken breast, velveting for extra juiciness, and a no-waste tip to use up all the coconut milk. Fast, flavorful, and easy!
Chef's Tips
Double the peanut sauce recipe to use up all the coconut milk. Freeze leftovers for quick meals later.
Make coconut rice by replacing half the water with coconut milk when cooking rice for a fragrant, rich side dish.
Leftover peanut sauce is perfect over noodles, vegetables, salads, or as a dipping sauce.
Velveting the chicken with baking soda, soy sauce, and cornstarch makes chicken breast juicy and tender.
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Ingredients
Chicken
Quick Marinade
Peanut Sauce
Garnishes (Optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Mix chicken slices with soy sauce, cornstarch, oil, and baking soda. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- 2
Mix together curry powder, sugar, red curry paste, coconut milk, and salt. Add to chicken and marinate while preparing the sauce.
Make the Peanut Sauce
- 1
Combine all peanut sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring until smooth. Thin with extra water if needed.
Cook the Chicken
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Cook chicken in a single layer, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
Serve
- 1
Serve chicken with peanut sauce on the side.
- 2
Garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges if desired.
- 3
Optional: Serve with coconut rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 portion
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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