Chicken Satay Skewers on Salad with Fresh Herbs

It’s time to bid farewell to winter soups and stews. Spring is in the air, so try out our chicken satay and salad recipe using fresh herbs. Heighten your dining experience with the vibrant colours and flavours of this dish, embracing the essence of spring on your plate.

Ingredients:

For Chicken Satay:

• 1.5 lbs (about 700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

For Salad:

• Mixed salad greens (lettuce, spinach etc.)
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 8 small cherry tomatoes, halved
• Fresh herbs (mint, coriander, basil), chopped

For Satay Sauce:

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (optional, for some heat)
• Water (as needed to adjust consistency)

Instructions:

Chicken Satay Skewers:

1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, peanut butter, lime juice, minced garlic, ground coriander, cumin, and turmeric to create the marinade.
2. Thread the chicken strips onto the soaked wooden skewers and place them in a shallow dish.
3. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken skewers, ensuring they are well-coated. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
4. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or ideally, refrigerate for 2-4 hours for more flavour.
5. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side or until cooked through, basting with the reserved marinade.

Satay Sauce:

1. In a small saucepan, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and Sriracha over medium heat.
2. Add water gradually until you reach your desired sauce consistency. Simmer for a few minutes until heated through. Set aside.

Assembling the Salad:

1. In a large bowl, toss the mixed salad greens, sliced cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
2. Arrange the grilled chicken satay skewers on top of the salad.
3. Drizzle the satay sauce over the skewers and salad.
4. Garnish with fresh herbs like chopped mint, coriander, and basil.

Serve immediately, and enjoy your Chicken Satay Skewers on a bed of crisp salad with vibrant fresh herbs!