Air Fryer Chicken Satay with Creamy Peanut Sauce
Air Fryer Chicken Satay Skewers are the perfect way to enjoy this classic dish with a healthier twist! Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a delicious mix of spices, then air-fried to crispy perfection. Paired with a creamy, slightly sweet peanut sauce, each bite is packed with bold and satisfying flavors. Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious, these skewers are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer for your next gathering.
Air Fryer Chicken Satay with Creamy Peanut Sauce
Air Fryer Chicken Satay Skewers are the perfect way to enjoy this classic dish with a healthier twist! Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a delicious mix of spices, then air-fried to crispy perfection. Paired with a creamy, slightly sweet peanut sauce, each bite is packed with bold and satisfying flavors. Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious, these skewers are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer for your next gathering.
Ingredients
Chicken Satay Skewers
- 2 lb chicken thigh or chicken breast
- 2 tsp Thai red curry paste
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp white sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup coconut milk
- ½ cup crushed peanuts, for garnish
- cilantro, for garnish
Peanut Sauce
- 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- â…“ cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp light soy sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- â…“ cup coconut milk
- 1 lime
Instructions
Chicken Satay Skewers
- Cut chicken into bite sized pieces.
- In a bowl, add chicken, red curry paste, curry powder, sugar, salt, and coconut milk. Mix until evenly coated. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375℉.
- Thread marinated chicken to wooden skewers. Place them into the air fryer basket in one single layer and spray cooking spray on top.
- Cook in the air fryer for 12-15minutes, flipping them halfway. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a platter, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro. Serve with the peanut dipping sauce and enjoy!
Peanut Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix together red curry paste, peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, salt, rice vinegar, coconut milk, and juice from the lime. Stir until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Did you use standard yellow curry powder from the grocery store (like McCormick) or a Thai green curry powder?
I got mine yellow curry powder from the grocery store, the brand is Simply Organic.