Chicken Satay Sandwich (Broodje Kipsaté)

Name: Chicken Satay Sandwich (Broodje Kipsaté)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces; salt, to taste; 3 tbsp kecap manis (sweet soy sauce), divided; 1/2 cup peanut sauce, divided; 1 tsp cooking oil; 1/2 lime; 1 large crusty bread roll; 1 tsp sambal oelek (or other chili paste); 1/4 cucumber, thinly sliced into ribbons; 2 tbsp pickled red onions; 1 tbsp crispy fried onions; 1/4 cup lettuce or mixed greens

A Chicken Satay Sandwich (Broodje Kipsaté) features caramelized chicken thighs coated in kecap manis and layered with rich peanut sauce, pickled red onions, and crisp cucumber on a crusty roll. This Indonesian street-food sandwich comes together in minutes with bold, balanced flavors.

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Total

25 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
salt, to taste
3 tbsp kecap manis (sweet soy sauce), divided
1/2 cup peanut sauce, divided
1 tsp cooking oil
1/2 lime
1 large crusty bread roll
1 tsp sambal oelek (or other chili paste)optional
1/4 cucumber, thinly sliced into ribbons
2 tbsp pickled red onions
1 tbsp crispy fried onions
1/4 cup lettuce or mixed greens

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Instructions

1
In a bowl or tray, combine the chicken pieces with salt, 2 tablespoons of kecap manis, and 1 tablespoon of peanut sauce.
2
Mix well to ensure the chicken is fully coated.
3
Heat a grill pan over high heat and add a small amount of cooking oil.
4
Add the marinated chicken to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until it develops a nice color.
5
While the chicken cooks, gently warm the remaining peanut sauce in a small saucepan. This will be used for topping the sandwich.
6
In a separate small bowl, create a glaze by mixing 1 tablespoon of peanut sauce with the remaining 1 tablespoon of kecap manis.
7
Once the chicken is browned, pour the glaze over it in the pan.
8
Continue to cook, stirring, until the glaze thickens and caramelizes onto the chicken.
9
Turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of half a lime over the chicken.
10
To assemble, slice the bread roll in half.
11
Spread sambal on the bottom bun, if using.
12
Pile the caramelized chicken onto the bun.
13
Drizzle generously with the warmed peanut sauce.
14
Layer with cucumber ribbons, pickled red onions, crispy fried onions, and lettuce.
15
Place the top of the bun on the sandwich and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Caramelize chicken thighs over medium-high heat until edges are dark and sticky; this builds flavor depth that boiled chicken lacks.
Warm the peanut sauce before assembling so it melts into the chicken and bread.
Toast the bread roll lightly to create a moisture barrier and prevent sogginess.
Use bite-sized chicken pieces so they stay tender and distribute evenly throughout the sandwich.

Substitutions

kecap manis → soy sauce + molasses (1:1 ratio, loses the caramelized sweetness)
peanut sauce → satay sauce or tahini-lime blend (changes flavor profile slightly)
sambal oelek → sriracha or fresh chili paste (adjusts heat level)
pickled red onions → fresh red onion or quick-pickled shallots (less tangy)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooked chicken in an airtight container up to 2 days; reheat gently in a pan with a splash of water. Assemble fresh to maintain bread crispness.

Common Questions

Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?

Chicken thighs caramelize better and stay juicy; breast will be drier. If using breast, reduce cooking time and don't overcook past 165°F.

What's a substitute for kecap manis?

Mix equal parts soy sauce and molasses, or use oyster sauce with a pinch of sugar. Kecap manis adds essential sweetness and depth; substitutes won't be identical.