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One Pan Satay Chicken and Rice

One-Pan Satay Chicken and Rice is a simple baked dish with chicken, rice, and creamy peanut sauce.
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Prep Time 14 minutes

Ingredients
  

Satay-Style Simmer Sauce

  • Chicken stock
  • Coconut milk
  • Smooth unsweetened peanut butter
  • All-purpose soy sauce
  • Dark soy sauce optional
  • Honey
  • Fresh lime juice
  • Red curry paste
  • Fresh ginger
  • Fresh garlic

Chicken and Rice

  • Boneless chicken thighs
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Curry powder
  • Sweet paprika
  • Sea salt flakes
  • Black pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Jasmine rice

To Serve

  • Roasted peanuts
  • Spring onions
  • Fresh coriander
  • Fresh red chilli optional
  • Lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  • In a bowl, mix all simmer sauce ingredients until smooth.
  • Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add olive oil and coat well.
  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  • Add rinsed rice to the same pan, then pour in the sauce. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  • Place the chicken on top of the rice.
  • Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Remove cover and bake another 5–10 minutes until rice is tender.
  • Let rest for 10 minutes.
  • Fluff rice, return chicken, and garnish.
  • This One-Pan Satay Chicken and Rice comes together beautifully with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Notes

  • Swap jasmine rice with basmati if preferred
  • Use maple syrup instead of honey if needed
  • Serve with cucumber salad for freshness