Nut-Free Chicken Satay
Say goodbye to nuts without sacrificing flavor with this irresistible Nut-Free Chicken Satay! Perfectly marinated strips of tender chicken are infused with bold spices like turmeric, coriander, and curry powder, then grilled to smoky perfection on bamboo skewers. The accompanying nut-free satay sauce, made with creamy sunflower seed butter, zesty lime juice, and a touch of honey, delivers the same luscious, dip-worthy experience without the allergens. Quick to prepare and bursting with Southeast Asian-inspired flavors, this recipe is ideal for dinner parties, weeknight meals, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve these vibrant chicken skewers with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an unforgettable nut-free meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 0.5 cup sunflower seed butter
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 12 pieces bamboo skewers
Instructions
Soak the bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips, approximately 1 inch wide.
In a large bowl, combine coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, ground coriander, ground turmeric, curry powder, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade and mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
Grill the chicken skewers for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice char marks.
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the nut-free satay sauce. In a small saucepan, combine sunflower seed butter, lime juice, honey, fish sauce, and water.
Heat the mixture over low heat, whisking continuously until smooth and slightly thickened. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more water to reach your desired consistency.
Remove the grilled chicken skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Garnish the chicken satay with chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately with the sunflower seed butter sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.4 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 5265 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.0 g | ||
| Protein | 238.4 g | 477% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 3089 mg | 66% | |
*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.
