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Spicy Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken

Spicy Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken That Will Wow Your Tastebuds

Whip up tender Spicy Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken skewers drenched in creamy peanut sauce, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinate Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce use gluten-free for gluten-free option
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce optional for strict vegetarians
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar alternatives include honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Ground Chili Paste adjust to taste
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 tbsp Minced Ginger fresh ginger is ideal
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter can substitute with almond butter
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk opt for light coconut milk for lower-calorie option
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro optional for garnish

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • skewers

Method
 

Marinade Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and ground chili paste, mixing thoroughly until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped cilantro into the marinade, integrating the fresh herbs and spices.
  3. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are entirely coated. Cover tightly and marinate in the refrigerator.
Peanut Sauce Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter and coconut milk until smooth and creamy.
Grilling
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
  3. Place the chicken skewers on the hot grill and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side.
  4. During the last few minutes of grilling, brush peanut sauce over the skewers.
  5. Remove the skewers from the heat and let them rest for about 2 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, drizzled with remaining peanut sauce and garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate overnight. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

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