Satay Chicken Skewers
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Category
Main Course
Cuisine
Malaysian, Indonesian
Author:
Spice Zen
Servings
8
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Marination Time
20 minutes to 2 hours
Dietary Information
Gluten-Free (adaptable), Dairy-Free
Juicy chicken skewers marinated with Spice Zen Satay Spice Blend, lightly sweetened soy and aromatics, then grilled until golden and charred at the edges. Simple, flavourful and quick to cook, these skewers are designed to be served with Satay Peanut Sauce for dipping, making them ideal for sharing, casual meals or entertaining.
Ingredients
Chicken
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500 g chicken breast or thigh fillets, skinless and boneless sliced into 1.5 cm strips or cubes
Marinade
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2 tsp Spice Zen Satay Spice Blend
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2 tbsp Spice Zen Sunflower Oil
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2 tbsp kecap manis (dark sweet soy sauce)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 shallot, minced
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1 tsp sambal oelek (optional, for heat)
To Cook
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12 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
To Serve
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Satay Peanut Sauce
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Crushed peanuts
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Sliced cucumber
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Steamed rice (optional)
Substitutions
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To replace kecap manis, use 2 tbsp soy sauce + 2 tbsp coconut sugar or light brown sugar
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Use gluten-free soy sauce if required
Directions
In a bowl, combine Spice Zen Satay Spice Blend, oil, kecap manis, garlic, shallot and sambal oelek if using.
Add chicken and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked skewers.
Heat a grill or frypan over medium-high heat.
Cook skewers for about 3 minutes per side, until lightly charred and cooked through.
Serve hot with Satay Peanut Sauce, crushed peanuts and cucumber.
Chef's Notes
Chicken thighs stay juicier on the grill, but breast works well for a lighter skewer.
Don’t overcrowd the pan or grill to allow proper browning.
Extra marinade can be brushed over the skewers as they cook for added flavour.
Recipe Note
Heat Level
Sambal is optional. Add it if you enjoy extra heat, or serve it on the side.
Satay Skewer Platter
Serve the skewers on a large platter with a bowl of Satay Peanut Sauce, crushed peanuts, sliced cucumber, fresh herbs and lime wedges. Add rice or rice cakes on the side for a complete shared meal.
These recipes are provided for general inspiration and home use. Results may vary depending on ingredients, equipment and technique. Please check ingredients for allergens and follow safe food handling practices.
