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    Published: Feb 15, 2022 · Modified: Dec 27, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 28 Comments

    Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce

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    Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce on a skewer dipped in the sauce.

    Not only is this Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce healthy and nutritious, but the flavor is out of this world delicious thanks to the sweetness of yummy strawberries. 

    Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce on a skewer dipped in the sauce.

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making chicken skewers with strawberry satay dipping sauce is available at the end of this post. Or you can hit the "jump to recipe" button (found above) to be taken directly to the recipe.

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    A vertical closeup of Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce on skewers with sauce and strawberries in the background.

    The ingredient list:

    **Note - The following lists of ingredients plus kitchen tools and equipment contain affiliate links (highlighted in blue) for your consideration and shopping convenience. #CommissionsEarned

    • chicken tenders
    • fresh strawberries
    • grapeseed oil (or other light-colored oil)
    • garlic
    • coconut milk (I used light)
    • lime juice
    • honey
    • peanut butter (I used natural)
    • chili flakes
    • soy sauce,
    • salt and pepper
    • scallions
    • chopped peanuts

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • 3-quart saucepan
    • grill pan or outdoor grill
    • chef's knife
    • paring knife
    • cutting boards
    • potato masher
    • whisk
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • cooking spray
    • wooden skewers
    • meat thermometer
    • kitchen timer
    • pastry brush
    • nut chopper
    • spatula
    • serving platter
    • individual dipping bowls (optional)

    Why this recipe works:

    Since a traditional satay sauce is peanut butter-based, I thought I'd do a play on a PB & J by adding seasonally plump and juicy strawberries to the satay sauce.

    The result is a sweet and savory dipping sauce that pairs wonderfully well with grilled chicken.

    To say the kids will love this delicious chicken dish is an understatement!

    After all, who wouldn't love a dipping sauce that tastes like a peanut butter and strawberry jelly sandwich?

    Can the strawberry satay sauce be made in advance?

    Yes! You can make this sauce up to three days in advance if needed.

    Once made, cover and refrigerate the strawberry satay sauce until ready to use.

    Can the peanut butter and strawberry satay sauce be used on different cuts of chicken or protein?

    You bet!

    It would be delicious on roasted chicken thighs, breasts, or as a sauce for chicken nuggets.

    I also think it would be tasty on pork chops or pork tenderloin.

    Think outside the box on this one. You just may surprise yourself on where you decide this satay sauce will work.

    As a matter of fact, I think it would be excellent tossed with some noodles for an Asian flair.

    Can other berries be used in the satay sauce?

    Of course!

    I think both blueberries and blackberries would work wonderfully well.

    Follow the same instructions and enjoy the delicious difference in taste!

    What is the best way to store fresh berries for the longest life?

    I forget where I saw this hack, but I tried it and was blown away by the difference in the length of freshness.

    Wash and dry the berries well. I soaked my berries in a solution of ¼ cup white vinegar with 2 cups of water for 20-30 minutes. Rinse the berries well with fresh water to remove any vinegar residue.

    Dry the berries thoroughly on paper towels and allow them to sit on the counter for 20 minutes to remove any excess water.

    Now add the berries to clean glass mason jars and screw on the lid.

    Keep the berries in the refrigerator and you'll notice a much longer shelf-life than ever before.

    I had strawberries last over 2 weeks this way with no mold whatsoever! It is an incredible hack and a great way to save money!

    What is the correct internal temperature for properly cooked chicken?

    Chicken needs to be cooked to 165-degrees Fahrenheit on an instant-read thermometer.

    The step-by-step photos for making chicken with strawberry satay sauce:

    • Cut the strawberries into ¼" slices and add them to a medium saucepan.
    • Stir in the fresh lime juice, oil, coconut milk, soy sauce, chili flakes, peanut butter, and honey.
    • Simmer the mixture on the stovetop over medium-low heat for approximately 20 minutes.
    • Use a potato masher to gently mash the larger pieces of strawberry into smaller bits, if desired. Personally, I like my sauce with a nice bit of texture.
    • Cool the sauce, cover, and refrigerate if making in advance.
    Healthy Nutritious Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce
    • To make the chicken tender skewers, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
    • Carefully thread the tenders onto the soaked skewers (two tenders per skewer).
    Healthy Nutritious Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce for #SundaySupper featuring Florida Strawberries
    • Brush the chicken tenders with light-colored oil, soy sauce and season with salt and pepper.
    • Place the skewers on a grill pan and cook over medium-high heat until caramelized grill marks form.
    • Turn the skewers to cook the same way on the second side.
    • Reserve 1 cup of the strawberry satay sauce in a separate bowl and use it to brush onto the partially cooked chicken tenders. *Note - Do not double dip the brush into the original jar of strawberry satay sauce since you're brushing it on chicken that isn't fully cooked. 
    • Cover the chicken and continue cooking until the tenders are no longer pink in the center and have reached an internal temperature of 165-degrees on a meat thermometer (approximately 12-15 minutes).
    • I made mine in a few different batches due to the size of my grill pan.
    • If cooking them outside on a grill (or you have an extra-large grill pan, add them all at once and cover to cook thoroughly after the strawberry satay sauce has been added.
    • To serve, garnish with additional chopped strawberries, scallions, chopped peanuts, and the remaining strawberry satay sauce for dipping.
    A stack of Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce of skewers with chopped peanuts, strawberries, and scallions on top.

    Additional recipes with fresh fruit:

    *Blueberry Chile Chicken (shown below and featured in the video)

    Skillet Blueberry BBQ Sauce Chicken is a beautifully browned chicken breast that simmers to a tender finish in an easy-to-make zippy blueberry-chile BBQ sauce.

    Blueberry Chicken Chile Skillet Dinner with Fresh Blueberries and Jalapeno on a white dinner plate with a blue napkin

    *Pork Chops with Strawberry Relish (not shown)

    Pork Chops with Strawberry Relish is the perfect meal when you want to eat a lighter, more flavorful pork chop! They’re light, fresh, and extremely delicious!

    *Blueberry Banana Quick Bread (shown below)

    Blueberry Banana Quick Bread with white chocolate and pecans is a definite upgrade from your typical banana loaf recipe. It’s easy to make too!!

    A sliced loaf of Blueberry Banana Quick Bread along with fresh blueberries, pecans, and white chocolate chips on the table.

    *Strawberry Crostata (not shown)

    Bring this Strawberry Crostata with a sweet almond glaze to the table and any occasion has been instantly upgraded to something truly special…and delicious!

    *Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce (shown below) THIS IS THE PLACE!!

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    Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today's chicken skewers with peanut butter and jelly dipping sauce!

    ⭐If you've made this recipe, or are excited to make this recipe, I'd appreciate it if you'd take a moment to leave it a star rating on the recipe card, along with a comment if you're so inclined. Thank you. 🙂

    A platter filled with Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce in a dish with green onions and diced strawberries as garnish.

    Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce

    Renee Goerger
    Not only is this Chicken with Strawberry Satay Sauce healthy and nutritious, but the flavor is also out of this world delicious thanks to the sweetness of fresh strawberries.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course main course - chicken, Main Course or Appetizer
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 610 kcal

    Equipment

    • grill pan or outdoor grill
    • wooden skewers
    • 3 quart saucepan
    • pastry brush
    • spatulas
    • chef's knife
    • cutting board
    • paring knife
    • potato masher
    • nut chopper
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • cooking spray
    • whisk
    • dipping bowls
    • serving platter
    • meat thermometer
    • kitchen timer

    Ingredients
      

    • FOR THE STRAWBERRY SATAY SAUCE:
    • 1 pint Strawberries hulled and halved or quartered (reserve a few for garnish)
    • 2 teaspoons lime juice approximately 1 large lime
    • 1 cup peanut butter your favorite brand
    • ¾ cup coconut milk light can be used
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
    • ½ teaspoon chili flakes
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce low sodium may be used
    • ½ teaspoon coarse salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • FOR THE CHICKEN:
    • 2 - 3 pounds chicken tenders
    • wooden skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
    • 1½ tablespoons grapeseed oil
    • 1½ tablespoons soy sauce I used low sodium
    • salt and pepper
    • FOR THE GARNISH:
    • diced strawberries
    • chopped peanuts
    • chopped scallions

    Instructions
     

    • FOR THE STRAWBERRY SATAY SAUCE:
    • Place all the ingredients in a medium saucepan and stir well.
    • Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook on low for 10 - 15 minutes.
    • Mash the cooked strawberries into the sauce using a potato masher leaving as much texture as you like.
    • This sauce can be made in advance and refrigerated up to 3 days if needed.
    • TO MAKE THE CHICKEN:
    • Thread 2 chicken tenders on each wooden skewer which has been soaked in water.
    • Brush each chicken skewer liberally with oil, and soy sauce.
    • Season with salt and pepper.
    • Cook the chicken skewers on a grill pan (or an outdoor grill) over medium/high heat until grill marks appear (approximately 3 minutes per side).
    • Spoon approximately ½ cup of the strawberry satay sauce into a small bowl and use it for brushing on the chicken.
    • Brush each chicken skewer liberally with the strawberry satay sauce and continue to grill for an additional 2-3 minutes.
    • Cover the grill pan with foil or a lid (or lower the lid on the grill), and cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center or when it reaches an internal temperature of 165-degrees on an instant-read meat thermometer.
    • *Note - if using an indoor grill pan, you'll most likely need to cook the chicken in batches. Keep the chicken skewers warm in the oven while grilling the remaining skewers.
    • Place the chicken on a serving platter along with the remaining strawberry satay sauce for dipping and garnish the chopped strawberries, peanuts, and scallions.

    Notes

    The strawberry satay sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and kept in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 70gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 942mgPotassium: 1416mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 130IUVitamin C: 39mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's delicious appetizer or fun dinner of chicken skewers with strawberry satay sauce dinner recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    A white bowl filled with Strawberry Satay Sauce along with a chicken tender on a skewer with scallions and peanuts.

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    Comments

    1. Erin says

      February 15, 2022 at 3:31 pm

      5 stars
      Really enjoyed this dish. My family thought it was so unique! Delicious.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 20, 2022 at 8:04 am

        Awesome.
        Thanks, Erin!

        Reply
    2. Taryn says

      February 15, 2022 at 11:50 am

      5 stars
      The strawberries really gave a nice flavor to the sauce.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 20, 2022 at 8:04 am

        I'm glad you think so, Taryn. Thanks!

        Reply
    3. Katie Compton (@helpfulhomemade) says

      January 20, 2018 at 6:04 pm

      This dish is SO ready for a party! It sounds (and looks) amazing!!!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 07, 2018 at 10:41 am

        Party on! 🙂 Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Carolyn says

      January 19, 2018 at 5:12 pm

      I love how colorful it is!

      Reply
    5. lizkelsay says

      January 18, 2018 at 8:19 am

      Such a fun idea!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 18, 2018 at 10:28 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    6. betsycohen says

      January 16, 2018 at 6:57 pm

      I love your twist on a classic dish. The Florida strawberries really take this up MANY notches!

      Reply
    7. jerseygirlcooks says

      January 16, 2018 at 7:57 am

      Its been a little chilly here to grill but I need to make some of this chicken satay when we get a warmer day. Love how you garnished the sauce with strawberries too!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 16, 2018 at 5:16 pm

        It's cold here in Illinois, too. I made mine on a grill pan indoors. Why wait? 😉

        Reply
    8. carolinescookingblog says

      January 15, 2018 at 7:28 pm

      I love chicken satay anyway, and adding strawberries in the sauce is such a fun idea!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 16, 2018 at 5:18 pm

        Thank you. Glad you like it. It's very tasty indeed!

        Reply
    9. Lindsay @ The Live-In Kitchen says

      January 15, 2018 at 2:59 pm

      I love how colorful this is!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 16, 2018 at 5:17 pm

        It is quite a feast for the eyes. Glad you think so. Thanks.

        Reply
    10. Renée says

      January 15, 2018 at 2:08 pm

      It is super easy, Candace! I do hope you try it.

      Reply
    11. Arlene Mobey-Flour On My Face says

      January 15, 2018 at 10:38 am

      This looks beautiful and I can't wait to try that sauce recipe!

      Reply
    12. Albert Bevia - Spain on a Fork says

      January 15, 2018 at 8:34 am

      I have never seen anything like this before!! wow it looks so delicious! this is a MUST try

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 15, 2018 at 10:21 am

        Thank you so much, Albert! The idea came to me in the middle of the night when I couldn't sleep 😉

        Reply
    13. Cindy Kerschner says

      January 15, 2018 at 4:33 am

      Adding strawberries to satay really kicks this up a notch! I love the step by step you made it so easy to follow!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 15, 2018 at 10:22 am

        Thank you, Cindy. The strawberries add a really great twist to the satay!

        Reply
    14. nikki@soulfullymade.com says

      January 14, 2018 at 5:47 pm

      Renee this is just AMAZING! I cannot wait to try this!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 15, 2018 at 10:23 am

        Thank you so much!! I know you'll love it!

        Reply
    15. A Kitchen Hoor says

      January 14, 2018 at 12:59 pm

      I'm digging that sauce! And the perfectly grilled chicken. Looks like a perfect dinner or appetizer!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 15, 2018 at 10:24 am

        I agree. When I made it I served it for dinner, but next time I'm going to serve it as an appetizer.

        Reply
    16. thatskinnychickcanbake says

      January 14, 2018 at 12:53 pm

      I love how you updated this recipe with strawberries! It looks terrific!!!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 15, 2018 at 10:24 am

        Thank you so much!

        Reply

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