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Thai Paleo Chicken Satay Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Discover this mouthwatering and easy-to-make Thai Paleo Chicken Satay Skewers recipe with a spicy peanut sauce, perfect for a satisfying and flavorful snack or light meal that stays true to the Paleo diet principles.

Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 10 minutes - Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Thai, Paleo

Allergens

Nuts (peanut)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 2 tbsp almond milk
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tsp fish sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces and thread onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, coconut aminos, almond milk, rice vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce (if using), ground ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Brush the chicken satay skewers with a thin layer of the peanut sauce. Grill for 5 6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
  4. Remove from the grill and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Drizzle with additional peanut sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors in this Thai Paleo Chicken Satay Skewers recipe is both bold and soothing, providing a satisfying experience for your taste buds while staying true to the Paleo diet principles.

Notes

For a spicier dish, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can also serve these delicious chicken satay skewers with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Cultural or Historical Background

This Thai-inspired dish draws from traditional satay recipes, using coconut aminos as a soy sauce substitute, making it suitable for those following a Paleo diet.