Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce

Enjoy a delightful summer meal with these Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar, then grilled to bring out a smoky flavor. They are complemented by a homemade peanut sauce that combines creamy peanut butter with a touch of lime and sriracha for a mildly spicy kick. This dish offers a tasty change to the usual barbecue lineup and is sure to delight anyone looking for something different.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tbsp chopped peanuts, for garnish
• 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

1. Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and minced garlic in a bowl. Add chicken cubes, ensuring they are well coated, and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the peanut sauce by mixing creamy peanut butter with lime juice and sriracha in a separate bowl until smooth.
3. Thread marinated chicken cubes alternately with pieces of red bell pepper and red onion onto skewers.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F or 190°C) and grill skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and has slight char marks.
5. Serve the skewers drizzled with peanut sauce and sprinkled with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

Keywords: Grilled, Summer, Barbecue, Dinner, Chicken

Spice Rack: Soy Sauce, Sesame Oil, Brown Sugar, Sriracha Sauce

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