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Thai Chicken Satay

This Thai Chicken Satay is marinated, air-fried, and finished with a creamy peanut sauce that’s perfect for dipping. Simple steps, big flavor.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 10 skewers

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs cut into strips
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tbsp red curry paste

For the Peanut Sauce

  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp sriracha optional
  • 2-3 tbsp warm water to thin

For Topping

  • Chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  • Marinate the chicken with soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic, curry powder, and red curry paste. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
  • While the chicken marinates, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sriracha, and warm water until smooth. Set aside.
  • Thread the chicken onto the soaked skewers.
  • Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
  • Serve hot with peanut sauce and finish with chopped cilantro on top.