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Chicken Satay Curry Recipe​

This chicken satay curry recipe is simple, yet packed with so much flavour. A one pan meal that's ready in 30 minutes making it great for a fuss-free weekday dinner. It can easily be adjusted to your dietary preferences and you can switch it up by adding different vegetables and protein sources each time. 
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Southeast Asian
Servings 6
Calories 388 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 600 g chicken thigh sliced into chunks
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • 4 green onions chopped
  • 1 red pepper sliced

For the satay sauce

  • 3 tbsp peanut butter
  • 2 heaped tbsp red Thai curry paste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp mild curry powder
  • 1/2 can coconut milk
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/4 cup water

Garnish

  • Fresh coriander
  • Salted peanuts
  • Black sesame seeds
  • Slice of lime

Instructions
 

  • Heat the sesame oil in a large pan and cook the chicken chunks on a medium heat until cooked through and lightly browned on all sides (10-12 minutes). Set on a plate to
  • In the same pan, add the garlic, green onions, and sliced red pepper. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and peppers start to soften a little. You can add a splash of water to help them cook.
  • Whisk together the peanut butter, red Thai curry paste, soy sauce, curry powder, coconut milk, honey, lime juice, and water in a bowl or measuring jug, then pour into the pan.
  • Return the chicken and reduce the heat to medium-low. Leave it to simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with an extra splash of soy sauce or lime juice if desired.
  • When ready to serve, garnish with chopped coriander, peanuts, a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a slice of lime.

Notes

Serving Suggestion: Pairs well with jasmine rice, basmati or noodles. 

Nutrition

Calories: 388kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 460mgPotassium: 415mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1035IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 2mg
Keyword 30 minute meals, chicken thigh, curry, dairy-free, high protein, main meals, one dish meals, peanut butter
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