Description
Jamie oliver’s satay chicken skewers bring Indonesian street flavor to home kitchens. Marinated chicken pieces grill perfectly with rich peanut sauce, creating a delightful meal you’ll savor quickly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces (180 g / 6.3 oz) skinless chicken breasts
- 100 g / 3.5 oz unsalted cashews
- 250 g / 8.8 oz dried medium egg noodles
- ½ pot (500 g / 17.6 oz) Greek-style coconut yogurt
- 3 tbsps crunchy peanut butter
- 3 tbsps golden caster sugar
- 1–2 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp runny honey
- Runny honey (for drizzling)
- 1 large pineapple
- 2 limes
- 1 whole lime
- 2 little gem lettuces
- 1 fresh red chilli
- 1 fresh red chilli (optional)
- ½ medium-sized red onion
- 1 small bunch fresh coriander
- ½ small bunch fresh coriander
- Small bunch of fresh mint
- 2 cm piece fresh ginger
- ½ clove garlic
- 150 g / 5.3 oz blueberries
- Olive oil
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Pulse coriander, red chili, garlic, peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, lime zest, and juice in a food processor until achieving a smooth, vibrant sauce.
- Sauce Division: Separate satay sauce into two portions, adding extra virgin olive oil to one while reserving the other for coating chicken.
- Skewer Assembly: Thread chicken breasts onto wooden skewers, positioning methodically in a roasting tray and generously coating with prepared satay sauce.
- Initial Seasoning: Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle kosher salt to enhance flavor profile and promote caramelization.
- Grilling Technique: Grill chicken for 16-15 minutes, flipping midway, until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit; brush with honey during final 3-5 minutes to create a glossy, caramelized exterior.
- Noodle Preparation: Submerge rice noodles in boiling water, softening for 6-7 minutes, then drain and toss with a vibrant mixture of red onion, chili, coriander stalks, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, and fish sauce.
- Garnish Development: Toast cashew nuts until golden, fold into seasoned noodles, and prepare a decorative fruit platter with pineapple wedges, blueberries, and mint sugar.
- Serving Composition: Arrange grilled satay chicken skewers with crisp lettuce leaves, seasoned noodles, and accompanying garnishes in a family-style presentation.
- Final Touch: Provide lime halves, coconut yogurt, and encourage guests to personalize their plates with additional soy sauce and fresh lime juice.
Notes
- Marinate Mindfully: Allow chicken to absorb satay sauce for 30 minutes before grilling to maximize flavor penetration and tenderness.
- Skewer Strategically: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading chicken to prevent burning during high-heat cooking.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F, guaranteeing safe and juicy results without overcooking.
- Caramelization Control: Watch honey coating closely during final grilling stage to achieve golden-brown color without burning.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 82 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg