Low Sodium Chicken Satay
Elevate your appetizer game with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Chicken Satay recipe! Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, this dish features tender chicken breast strips marinated in a luscious blend of coconut milk, unsalted peanut butter, low sodium soy sauce, fresh lime juice, fragrant spices like turmeric and cumin, and a touch of brown sugar for sweetness. Grilled to perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro, these skewers strike the ideal balance of smoky, savory, and subtly creamy flavors. Quick to prepare yet bursting with complexity, this low sodium twist on a classic Southeast Asian favorite is ideal as a wholesome appetizer or light main course. Grill your way to a guilt-free indulgence with this healthy and delicious chicken satay recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 0.25 cup unsalted peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
- 12 pieces wooden skewers
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Begin by soaking the wooden skewers in water. This will prevent them from burning during cooking.
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips, about 1 inch wide.
In a mixing bowl, combine coconut milk, unsalted peanut butter, low sodium soy sauce, fresh lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, grated fresh ginger, and chili flakes. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Reserve 1/4 cup of the prepared marinade for brushing on the chicken once cooked.
Add the chicken strips to the bowl of remaining marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes for best flavor.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers, distributing them equally.
Grill the chicken skewers for 5-7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked and slightly charred. Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly with an internal temperature of 165°F.
During the last minute of grilling, brush the skewers with the reserved marinade for extra flavor.
Serve the chicken satay skewers on a platter. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
Enjoy this delicious, low sodium version of chicken satay as a healthy appetizer or main dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 1636 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 159.5 g | 319% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1932 mg | 41% | |
*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.
