Heart-Healthy Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Fire up your grill and enjoy a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite with this Heart-Healthy Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce. This recipe combines tender strips of marinated chicken breast, infused with a flavorful blend of lime juice, low-sodium soy sauce, turmeric, and coriander, then grilled to perfection for a smoky finish. The creamy, light peanut sauce made with unsweetened peanut butter, light coconut milk, and a touch of chili paste adds a rich, tangy kick without compromising your health goals. Packed with protein and low in sodium, this dish is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Garnish each skewer with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor, and serve them hot for a meal that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Healthy grilling has never tasted so good!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 3 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk (light)
• 3 tablespoons Natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
• 1 teaspoon Chili paste
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0 as needed Cooking oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips about 1 inch wide.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, honey, turmeric, minced garlic, and ground coriander to create a marinade.

Step 3

Add chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Step 4

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Thread the marinated chicken strips onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.

Step 6

Grill the chicken skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and slightly charred.

Step 7

While the chicken is grilling, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the light coconut milk, natural peanut butter, chili paste, and water over medium heat. Stir constantly until everything is well combined and the sauce is smooth, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Once the sauce is ready, season it with a pinch of salt, adjusting as needed to taste.

Step 9

Serve the grilled chicken satay skewers hot, drizzled with the prepared peanut sauce and garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(808.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1236.4

Total Fat 46.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 3355.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.8g
Protein 160.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 126.6mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 1751.9mg	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: 33.7%

Protein: 51.7%

Carbs: 14.7%