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Jamie Oliver Chicken Satay (30-Minute Meals)

Jamie Oliver Chicken Satay 30-Minute Meals recipe
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Jamie Oliver’s Chicken Satay is a fast and easy take on the traditional Southeast Asian dish, made with grilled chicken skewers and a creamy, slightly spicy peanut sauce. This 30-minute recipe is packed with bold flavors and served with a fresh, zesty salad and fluffy rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Skewers:

  • 2 large chicken breasts (sliced into strips)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 10 minutes)

For the Satay Sauce:

  • 100g (½ cup) peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 100ml (½ cup) coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp hot water (if needed for thinning)

For the Side Salad:

  • 1 cucumber (sliced into ribbons)
  • 1 carrot (grated or julienned)
  • ½ red chili (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

For the Rice (Optional):

  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  • In a bowl, mix olive oil, coriander, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
  • Toss in the chicken strips and coat well.
  • Thread onto soaked wooden skewers and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Rice (Optional)

  • Rinse the jasmine or basmati rice under cold water.
  • Add to a saucepan with 2 cups of water and 1 tsp salt.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until fluffy.

Step 3: Prepare the Satay Sauce

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter, garlic, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, chili flakes, and coconut milk.
  • Stir until smooth and heated through (add a little hot water if too thick).
  • Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 4: Make the Side Salad

  • In a bowl, mix cucumber, carrot, red chili, coriander, lime juice, and sesame oil.
  • Toss well and set aside.

Step 5: Grill the Chicken

  • Heat a grill pan or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy

  • Place chicken skewers on a plate, drizzle with satay sauce.
  • Serve with rice and fresh salad on the side.
  • Garnish with extra chopped coriander and lime wedges.

Find it online: https://britishrecipeshub.co.uk/chicken-satay/