Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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5
servings
20 unit

bamboo skewers

soaked

10 slice

bacon

partially cooked

4 unit

boneless skinless chicken breasts

cut into strips

2 tbsp

peanut butter

2 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

apple juice

0.25 tsp

red pepper flakes

crushed

Step 1
~2 min

Soak bamboo skewers in water for 15 minutes.

Step 2
~2 min

Cook bacon until partially cooked, but not crisp.

Step 3
~2 min

Drain bacon on a paper towel, then cut in half crosswise.

Step 4
~2 min

Cut chicken breast lengthwise into 5 strips, approximately 1/2 inch thick.

Step 5
~2 min

Place one piece of bacon on each chicken strip.

Step 6
~2 min

Thread each bacon-topped chicken strip loosely onto 1 skewer.

Step 7
~2 min

Place the skewers on a broiler pan.

Step 8
~2 min

In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, apple juice (or water), and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 9
~2 min

Mix the peanut sauce well.

Step 10
~2 min

Broil skewered chicken 4-6 inches from heat for 3-4 minutes.

Step 11
~2 min

Brush with peanut sauce and turn.

Step 12
~2 min

Broil for an additional 3-4 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the center.

Step 13
~2 min

Brush with remaining sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken in the peanut sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor.

Serve with a side of steamed rice and vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Salad
Peanut Noodles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and appetizer.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
BBQs

Occasion Tags

Party
BBQ
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

78/100

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