Low Fat Sambal Chicken
Discover a healthier twist on a spicy classic with this Low Fat Sambal Chicken recipe, perfectly crafted for bold flavor without the excess calories. Succulent chicken breast strips are marinated in lime juice and low-sodium soy sauce, then simmered in a vibrant homemade sambal sauce bursting with the fiery heat of red chilies, aromatic garlic, sweet shallots, and tangy tomato. Enhanced with just a hint of brown sugar, this lean and satisfying dish is cooked using minimal oil for a guilt-free indulgence. Ready in under an hour, it’s the perfect weekday dinner served over steamed rice or paired with a refreshing side salad. This easy sambal chicken recipe packs a punch of flavor while staying low in fat, ideal for health-conscious foodies who crave bold, traditional Southeast Asian tastes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1 pound total) Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 3 whole (adjust for heat preference) Red chilies
- 1 large Shallot
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 spray (for greasing the pan) Cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Cut chicken breasts into strips and place them in a bowl.
Add soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the chicken. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, peel the garlic and shallot. Roughly chop them along with the red chilies and tomato.
In a food processor or blender, combine the garlic, shallot, chilies, and tomato. Add 2 tablespoons of water and blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and apply a light coat of cooking spray.
Add the sambal paste to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture darkens and becomes fragrant.
Add brown sugar to the sambal paste and stir well.
Remove the sambal from the pan and set aside. Using the same pan, increase the heat to medium-high, add another spray of cooking oil if necessary.
Add the marinated chicken strips to the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Reduce the heat to low and add the sambal sauce back to the pan, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.
Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve hot with steamed rice or a fresh salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2767 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 65.4 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1560 mg | 520% | |
| Sodium | 9318 mg | 405% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 515.6 g | 1031% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 5703 mg | 121% | |
*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.
