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Thai Pineapple Peanut Satay Chicken

Thai Pineapple Peanut Satay Chicken for Easy Summer Grilling

Quick and delightful Thai Pineapple Peanut Satay Chicken featuring marinated chicken and a creamy peanut sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/3 cup Canned Pineapple Juice essential for marinade
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce adds umami flavor
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice plus more for squeezing before serving
  • 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha to taste for spice
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce key ingredient for flavor
  • Dry Basil to taste
  • Ground Garlic to taste
  • Ground Ginger to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil for marinating
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cornstarch for thickening
  • 1/3 cup Crunchy Peanut Butter for richness
  • 1/3 cup Coconut Milk for creaminess
For Grilling
  • 1 medium Pineapple fresh, chopped into 1” pieces

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, fish sauce, and sriracha. Add dry basil, ground garlic, ground ginger, and olive oil. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, pour the reserved marinade and bring it to a gentle simmer. Whisk in cornstarch, then add peanut butter and coconut milk. Stir until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Skewer marinated chicken and fresh pineapple. Grill for about 10 minutes, turning halfway until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Drizzle warm peanut sauce over chicken and pineapple. Garnish with crushed peanuts and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 27gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for more flavor. Avoid marinating overnight to prevent mushy texture. Ensure even spacing on skewers and cook chicken to 165°F internally.

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