Heart-Healthy Ayam Bakar

Elevate your grill nights with Heart-Healthy Ayam Bakar, a flavorful twist on the traditional Indonesian favorite that's perfect for clean eating. This recipe uses lean chicken breast marinated in a fragrant blend of turmeric, coriander, cumin, lemongrass, and ginger, combined with zesty lime juice and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Grilled to perfection and basted for extra flavor, this dish delivers bold, smoky notes without compromising on heart health, thanks to its low-sodium soy sauce and olive oil base. Ready in just under an hour, this wholesome meal is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend barbecues. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with steamed vegetables or brown rice, it’s a protein-packed, nutrient-rich recipe that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 stalk Lemongrass, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, minced ginger, minced garlic, and chopped lemongrass.

Step 2

Add the low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, honey, olive oil, black pepper, and salt into the bowl. Mix well to form a marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts into the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Step 4

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the preheated grill.

Step 6

Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.

Step 7

During the grilling process, periodically baste the chicken with the remaining marinade for enhanced flavor.

Step 8

Once grilled, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 3 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish the grilled chicken with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve the Heart-Healthy Ayam Bakar with a side of steamed vegetables or brown rice for a complete, wholesome meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(668.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	990.2

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 412.8mg	0%
Sodium 4268.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 143.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147.0mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 1766.5mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 56.1%

Carbs: 15.3%