Heart-Healthy Authentic Indonesian Chicken Sate

Discover a guilt-free twist on a classic with this **Heart-Healthy Authentic Indonesian Chicken Sate** recipe! Perfectly tender pieces of skinless, boneless chicken breast are marinated in a fragrant blend of fresh lime juice, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and aromatic spices like turmeric and cumin, then grilled to smoky perfection. Paired with a rich yet light peanut sauce made with unsweetened peanut butter and light coconut milk, this dish is both irresistibly flavorful and heart-conscious. Quick and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, it’s a wholesome take on Indonesian street food that’s ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve with a side of steamed veggies or a refreshing cucumber salad to complete this healthy and delicious meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Skinless, boneless chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Canola oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened peanut butter
• 100 milliliters Coconut milk (light)
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 8 Skewers

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into small cubes, approximately 1 inch in size.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, fresh lime juice, honey, minced garlic, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric powder, cayenne pepper, and canola oil.

Step 3

Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a deeper flavor.

Step 4

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water while the chicken marinates to prevent burning during grilling.

Step 5

Pre-heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers.

Step 7

Grill the skewered chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and slightly charred.

Step 8

In the meantime, prepare the peanut sauce by heating a small saucepan over low heat. Add the unsweetened peanut butter, light coconut milk, and brown sugar. Stir frequently until smooth and heated through.

Step 9

Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.

Step 10

Serve the Indonesian Chicken Sate hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, and accompanied by a small bowl of peanut sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1562.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2531.9

Total Fat 117.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 825mg	0%
Sodium 4441.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 291.2g	0%

Vitamin D 5IU	0%
Calcium 311.4mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 3741.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 45.8%

Carbs: 12.6%