Heart-Healthy Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Elevate your meal routine with this *Heart-Healthy Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce*, a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Tender strips of marinated chicken breast are infused with a vibrant blend of low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and aromatic spices like turmeric and ground coriander. Grilled to perfection for a smoky, charred finish, the chicken is paired with a creamy, light peanut sauce made with unsweetened peanut butter, light coconut milk, and a hint of chili paste. This guilt-free recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients and is perfect for a high-protein dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes to cook, this quick and healthy dish can be on your table in no time. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, and feel good knowing every bite is both heart-conscious and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 3 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk (light)
- 3 tablespoons Natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon Chili paste
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- as needed Cooking oil spray
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips about 1 inch wide.
In a medium bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, honey, turmeric, minced garlic, and ground coriander to create a marinade.
Add chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
Thread the marinated chicken strips onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Grill the chicken skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and slightly charred.
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the light coconut milk, natural peanut butter, chili paste, and water over medium heat. Stir constantly until everything is well combined and the sauce is smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
Once the sauce is ready, season it with a pinch of salt, adjusting as needed to taste.
Serve the grilled chicken satay skewers hot, drizzled with the prepared peanut sauce and garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.5 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3355 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 160.6 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1752 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
