Description

Smoky, juicy, and packed with Southeast Asian flavors, these Chicken Satay Skewers bring restaurant-style street food right to your backyard. Each bite is bursting with savory spices and a touch of sweetness, making it a hit for any cookout or cozy indoor dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons olive oil (or sesame oil for a nutty twist)
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
2 tablespoons lime juice (or substitute with lemon juice)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes)

Instructions

Slice chicken thighs into small, bite-sized pieces for even grilling and better flavor absorption.
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, lime juice, garlic, cumin, turmeric, and red pepper flakes.
Toss the chicken in the marinade until fully coated, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high. Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, spacing them slightly apart for even cooking.
Grill the skewers for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and nicely charred.

Notes

Marinate as long as possible for max flavor. Don’t crowd the grill—spacing helps each skewer cook evenly and develop that perfect char.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 skewer
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: chicken satay, skewers, grilled chicken, Asian chicken, street food