A really easy version of one of the most popular (not to mention delicious) Asian meals: chicken satay skewers. Mix together just one set of ingredients to make both a marinade and peanut dipping sauce.
1poundchicken thighs(or breast) chopped into small pieces (they don’t really need to be an exact size, just don’t make them too big - mine were about 2 to 3 cm wide / long)
If using wooden skewers, soak in water while you're preparing the marinade.
Put all the marinade / sauce ingredients together in a food processor and pulse until well blended.
Thread the chicken pieces onto the skewers (about 4 or 5 pieces per skewer). Lay the skewers side by side in a long dish (a baking dish works).
Pour half of the marinade / sauce over the chicken skewers, keeping the wooden ends clean if possible. Turn a little to coat well, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (overnight if you like).
Grill (UK) / Broil(US) the skewers for a few minutes on each side.
Meanwhile, gently heat the peanut sauce and prepare your rice and vegetables.
Serve 3 skewers per person with the rice/vegetables and peanut sauce. Top with lime wedges, peanuts and/or fresh mint/coriander if you like.
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Notes
Despite soaking my wooden skewers, they still burn during the cooking process. To be honest, I don’t worry about it! If it does bother you, just buy metal skewers! You can also wipe the ends of the wooden skewers with some kitchen paper before grilling/broiling.I usually serve this meal in one of two ways (both delicious!):1. Arrange 3 chicken skewers per person on top of rice and drizzle over some of the peanut sauce, then add ribbons of raw carrot and cucumber on the side.2. Put skewers, rice, and ribbons of carrot / cucumber separately on each plate, then add a little dish of peanut sauce on the side.I find the skewers only take a few minutes on each side to cook, but of course this will depend a bit on how big your chicken pieces are. You may have to adjust your cooking time a little.I like to top my chicken skewers with lime wedges, peanuts and maybe a bit of chopped fresh mint from my garden, but of course these final touches are totally optional!*Please note that nutrition facts exclude rice and veggies!