30-Minute Spicy Peanut Chicken Satay
Experience an eastern culinary delight with our 30-Minute Spicy Peanut Chicken Satay. This dish marries the richness of coconut milk and cream with a hint of spice, offering a well-balanced, creamy sauce that envelops tender chicken pieces. Quick to prepare, this recipe makes for a perfect midweek meal after a busy day at work. Personalize the spice level to suit your palate by adjusting the chili flakes. It pairs beautifully with basmati rice, but feel free to serve it over noodles or a fresh salad for a lighter option. This recipe is designed to please your taste buds while being versatile enough to accommodate dietary needs. Enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right from the comfort of your home in a breezy 30 minutes.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
peanut oil
1 tablespoon
chicken breasts
800 g (chopped into pieces)
brown onions
2 (sliced thinly)
garlic cloves
3 (crushed)
water
50 ml
chicken stock
1 teaspoon
satay sauce
150 ml
chili flakes
1 teaspoon (to taste)
coconut milk
250 ml
coconut cream
200 ml
green onions
2 (sliced)
Instructions
1
Heat the peanut oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
2
Add the chicken pieces in batches; cook while stirring occasionally until all pieces are evenly browned and thoroughly cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3
In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium and add the sliced brown onions and crushed garlic. Stir-fry until the onions are translucent and soft, taking care not to burn the garlic.
4
Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Pour in the water, chicken stock, satay sauce, chili flakes, coconut milk, and coconut cream. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle simmer.
5
Continue to cook until the sauce has thickened slightly and is piping hot, approximately 5-7 minutes.
6
To serve, spoon the chicken satay over a bed of basmati rice or your preferred side dish and garnish generously with chopped green onions.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in the 30-Minute Spicy Peanut Chicken Satay?
The recipe uses 800g of chicken breasts chopped into pieces.
How long does it take to prepare this meal?
This recipe is designed to be completed in a breezy 30 minutes.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe provides 4 servings.
What type of oil is recommended for frying?
The recipe recommends using 1 tablespoon of peanut oil.
How can I adjust the spice level of the dish?
You can personalize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chili flakes used to taste.
What type of onions are needed for this satay?
The recipe calls for 2 brown onions, thinly sliced.
How many garlic cloves should be prepared?
You should use 3 crushed garlic cloves.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
Heat the peanut oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
How should the chicken be cooked initially?
Add the chicken in batches and cook while stirring until evenly browned and thoroughly cooked, then set aside.
How much coconut milk is required?
The recipe requires 250 ml of coconut milk.
How much coconut cream is needed for the sauce?
You will need 200 ml of coconut cream.
What liquids are combined to create the satay sauce?
The sauce is made by combining water, chicken stock, satay sauce, coconut milk, and coconut cream.
What is the recommended amount of satay sauce?
The recipe uses 150 ml of satay sauce.
How long should the sauce simmer?
The sauce should simmer for approximately 5-7 minutes until thickened and piping hot.
What is the best way to serve this chicken satay?
Spoon it over a bed of basmati rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
Are there lighter serving alternatives to rice?
Yes, you can serve it over a fresh salad for a lighter option.
Can I use noodles instead of rice?
Yes, this dish pairs beautifully with noodles as a side.
How many green onions are used for garnish?
The recipe calls for 2 sliced green onions.
What amount of chicken stock is needed?
You need 1 teaspoon of chicken stock.
What temperature should the onions be cooked at?
The heat should be reduced to medium when frying the onions and garlic.
How do I know when the onions are ready?
The onions are ready when they are translucent and soft.
How much water is added to the sauce mixture?
The recipe requires 50 ml of water.
What should I be careful of when cooking the garlic?
Take care not to burn the garlic while stir-frying it with the onions.
What makes the sauce well-balanced?
The richness of coconut milk and cream combined with a hint of spice creates a well-balanced flavor.
Is this recipe suitable for a busy work day?
Yes, it is described as a perfect midweek meal for after a busy day at work.
How many total ingredients are listed in the recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
What is the texture of the sauce?
The sauce is described as creamy and enveloping the tender chicken pieces.
Why is the chicken cooked in batches?
Cooking in batches ensures all pieces are evenly browned and cooked thoroughly.
What type of cuisine is this recipe inspired by?
It is an Asian-inspired eastern culinary delight.
What is the recommended amount of chili flakes?
The recipe suggests 1 teaspoon of chili flakes, or to taste.