Sizzling Paleo Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Sizzling Paleo Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines the deliciousness of chicken with the creaminess of peanut sauce. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, turmeric, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. This marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and give it a burst of flavor. The chicken is then grilled until cooked through and slightly charred, giving it a beautiful and slightly smoky flavor. The spicy peanut sauce is made with peanut butter, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes, resulting in a delicious and slightly spicy sauce that complements the chicken perfectly. Serve the chicken satay with additional peanut sauce for dipping, and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a refreshing and flavorful finish.
Sizzling Paleo Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce was born out of my travels through Southeast Asia. I was first introduced to chicken satay in Thailand, where it is a popular street food dish. I was immediately drawn to the smoky flavor of the grilled chicken and the creamy, slightly spicy peanut sauce. I knew I wanted to create my version of this dish, but I wanted to make sure it was paleo-friendly. After several attempts, I finally perfected this recipe. The chicken is marinated in a combination of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and spices, which helps to tenderize it and give it a delicious flavor. The chicken is then grilled until cooked through and slightly charred. The spicy peanut sauce is made with peanut butter, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. This sauce is creamy, slightly spicy, and pairs perfectly with the chicken.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Coconut aminos
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Ground ginger
  • Turmeric
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir to evenly coat the chicken.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight to allow the flavors to develop.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers. Lightly oil the skewers to prevent sticking.
  5. Place the skewers in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
  6. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the peanut butter, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  7. Remove the chicken skewers from the air fryer and brush them with the peanut sauce.
  8. Serve immediately with additional peanut sauce for dipping, and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Why It Works
  • Coconut aminos are used to marinate the chicken, which adds a slightly sweet and savory flavor.
  • Apple cider vinegar helps to tenderize the chicken and adds a bit of acidity to the marinade.
  • Garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, and turmeric add a burst of flavor to the marinade.
  • The chicken is grilled until cooked through and slightly charred, which gives it a beautiful and slightly smoky flavor.
  • The spicy peanut sauce is made with peanut butter, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes, resulting in a delicious and slightly spicy sauce that complements the chicken perfectly.