French Satay Chicken
A French twist on the popular Southeast Asian satay dish, featuring chicken skewers marinated in a rich molasses-based sauce.
Ingredients
- β1 pound chicken breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- β1/4 cup molassesor substitute with honey
- β2 tablespoons soy sauceor substitute with tamari
- β2 tablespoons vegetable oilfor brushing skewers
- β2 tablespoons brown sugaror substitute with coconut sugar
- β2 cloves garlicminced
- β1/4 cup fresh cilantrochopped
- β1 cup quick-cooking ricecooked according to package instructions
Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a blender or food processor, combine molasses, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Add chicken to the marinade and mix to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
- 5
Brush skewers with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 6
Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, or until cooked through.
- 7
Serve skewers hot with a side of sticky rice and garnished with chopped cilantro.
- 8
Optional: serve with a side of fix sauce (see note)