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Spicy Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken

Spicy Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken Your New Favorite Skewers

Experience the electrifying aroma of Spicy Thai Grilled Peanut Chicken Skewers, a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for summer barbecues.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce can substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup fish sauce or soy sauce/coconut aminos if avoiding fish
  • 1/4 cup lime juice fresh is preferred
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons ground chili paste substitute with sriracha for milder version
  • 1/4 cup cilantro optional
  • 3 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger freshly minced
For the Skewers
  • 1 pound chicken thighs can substitute with skinless chicken breasts
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter can use almond butter for nut-free option
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk use low-fat for lighter version

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • skewers

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and ground chili paste. Whisk until the brown sugar fully dissolves.
  2. To your marinade, add fresh cilantro, minced garlic, and ginger, stirring until well-integrated.
  3. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together creamy peanut butter and coconut milk until you achieve a smooth consistency.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F. Ensure the grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  6. Once marinated, thread the chicken thighs onto skewers, leaving space between each piece.
  7. Place the skewers on the preheated grill, cooking for 5-7 minutes per side, until charred and the chicken reaches 165°F.
  8. In the last few minutes of grilling, brush the skewers with peanut sauce to caramelize the flavor.
  9. Once cooked, let the skewers rest for about 2 minutes before serving with extra peanut sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked marinated skewers for up to 3 months.

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