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Oven Roasted Satay Chicken Legs

These tender chicken drumsticks are coated in a fragrant Thai marinade and paired with a creamy peanut dipping sauce.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Thai· August 24, 2026
Oven Roasted Satay Chicken Legs
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
40 minutes
Total
55 minutes
Serves
4

Chicken drumsticks are such an underrated cut of meat. They are budget friendly, incredibly juicy, and perfect for when you want a fun, hands on meal that feels a bit special without much extra effort.

This recipe gives your classic chicken legs a delicious Thai inspired makeover. By slashing the meat before marinating, the savory flavors soak deep into every bite, and the creamy peanut sauce is just right for dunking.

Ingredients

  • 10 large chicken drumsticks, about 1.5kg total
  • 1 cup coconut milk, divided
  • 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste, divided
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup milk or chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Use a sharp knife to make three shallow slashes into the meaty side of each drumstick to help the marinade absorb.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of the coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of the red curry paste, the curry powder, oil, salt, and sugar.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken to the bowl and toss well, making sure to rub the marinade into the slashes. If you have time, let it marinate for 3 hours or overnight in the fridge.

  4. 4

    Preheat your oven to 200C. Place the drumsticks on a wire rack set over a baking tray and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until golden and cooked through.

  5. 5

    While the chicken bakes, make the sauce by combining the remaining coconut milk, 1 tablespoon of curry paste, peanut butter, milk, vinegar, and soy sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  6. 6

    Simmer the sauce for a few minutes while whisking until it is smooth and warmed through. Serve the chicken hot with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover chicken and sauce in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm the chicken in the oven or air fryer until crispy again, and gently heat the sauce on the stove with a splash of water if it has thickened too much.

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