Let guests do the skewering by serving these chicken chunks with toothpicks.
INGREDIENTS (for 5 servings):
- 2 teaspoons light or dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup prepared Thai peanut sauce
- 1/2 cup light coconut milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped peanuts
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
PREPARATION:
Mix sugar and dry seasonings in a small bowl. In a 2-cup measuring cup, mix peanut sauce, coconut milk and broth. Split each breast by cutting in half horizontally. Lightly pound to about a 1/2-inch thickness. Place chicken and oil in a medium bowl; toss to coat. Sprinkle seasoning mix evenly over chicken breasts.
Heat a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, then add chicken. Cook, turning once, until crusty brown and fully cooked, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest.
Add peanut mixture to empty skillet; cook, stirring constantly to loosen brown bits, until sauce reduces by half, about 2 to 4 minutes. Return to measuring cup. (Chicken and sauce can be made 2 hours ahead; reheat in a warm oven or microwave.)
To serve, cut each breast cutlet into 12 to 15 bite-sized pieces. Transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with a little peanut sauce, then sprinkle with peanuts and scallions. Serve immediately with toothpicks and remaining dipping sauce.
This recipe was originally featured in the USA WEEKEND article Easy Open House on December 12, 2004.
Find the Perfect Recipe from Pam Anderson.
Copyright 2004 USA WEEKEND and columnist Pam Anderson. All rights reserved.