These peanut satay chicken skewers have to be one of my favorite meals. Chicken marinated in peanut butter combined with a salty, lightly spiced coconut mixture doesn’t get much better than this. Add a drizzle of satay dipping sauce and you’ve probably never tasted anything more delicious. You will seriously be coming back for seconds and maybe even thirds.

Not only can they be enjoyed on a nice warm evening straight from the BBQ with your favourite salad, but they are also delicious with a good comforting veggie fried rice or baked vegetables on a cold drizzly night.

Key Ingredients for Peanut Satay Chicken Skewers

To make these Peanut Satay Chicken Skewers tasty, you will need to use the following ingredients.

Chicken: You can use either chicken breasts or chicken thighs for this recipe. If you use chicken thighs, I find it tastier to brown the skewers quickly in a pan and then put them in the oven at 180 degrees for 15 minutes.
Peanut butter: The most important ingredient in this recipe. You can make your own or buy some at your local grocery store. Try to find one with as few ingredients as possible. Both crunchy and smooth varieties work well.
Thai red curry paste: You will be able to find this at most local grocery stores. If not, make your own.
Soy Sauce: A low-sodium option is always better.
Coconut Milk: Coconut cream is also an option. You may need to thin it with some water if the sauce is too thick.

Tips for making peanut satay chicken skewers:

Pre-marinate chicken for 12-24 hours: Marinating the chicken for a few hours before cooking makes the flavor even more intense. It also makes the chicken juicier and less dry.
Lower pan temperature: to prevent the marinade from burning, heat the pan on high for the first few minutes, then reduce the heat to medium-low until the chicken is completely cooked through.
Peanut Butter: You may find that the peanut butter doesn’t mix well. Once it goes into the pan, it will melt and make a thick sauce.
Skewers: Be sure to soak the skewers in water before putting the chicken on them. This will prevent the chicken from burning while the skewers are cooking.

Storing Leftover Peanut Satay Chicken Skewers

Simply store any leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy for up to 3 days after making this dish. If you have a large amount of dipping sauce left over, you can put it in a plastic lunch bag and place it in the freezer until you make this dish again.