Description
Delight your taste buds with tender chicken skewers marinated in savory spices and served with a creamy peanut sauce. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (no additives)
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- Optional: chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine diced chicken thighs with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, mix peanut butter and coconut milk until smooth. Stir in soy sauce and lime juice; allow to thicken slightly.
- 3. Skewer the Chicken: Thread marinated chicken onto soaked bamboo skewers, ensuring space between pieces for even cooking.
- 4. Grill the Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates and cook skewers for about 5-7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
- 5. Serve & Enjoy: Serve warm with peanut sauce drizzled over or as a dip on the side. Garnish as desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate chicken overnight.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variety.
- Add sesame seeds or chopped cilantro to enhance presentation and taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg