Easy Chicken Satay
Easy homemade Chicken Satay recipe with peanut sauce. Broiler-friendly, gluten-free appetizer that's ready in under an hour with authentic Southeast Asian flavors.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon red curry paste
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 medium yellow onion, cut into chunks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 12 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- 2 green onions, sliced thin for garnish
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Soak the bamboo skewers in warm water for at least 30 minutes to prevent charring during cooking.
- 2
Combine the natural peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, red curry paste, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl.
- 3
Reserve 1/3 cup of the spice mixture for the dipping sauce and set aside in a separate container.
- 4
Toss the chicken cubes with the remaining 2/3 of the spice mixture until evenly coated, then refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- 5
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, alternating with onion and bell pepper chunks, leaving a 1-inch space at each end.
- 6
Position your oven rack 4 inches from the broiler element and preheat the broiler to high heat.
- 7
Arrange the filled skewers on a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, then brush lightly with melted coconut oil.
- 8
Broil the skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the edges show light charring.
- 9
While the skewers cook, whisk together the reserved spice mixture with the Greek yogurt and water until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency for the dipping sauce.
- 10
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper if needed.
- 11
Transfer the cooked skewers to a serving platter and let rest for 2 minutes.
- 12
Drizzle the peanut sauce over the skewers or serve in a small bowl alongside, then garnish with sliced green onions.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Natural peanut butter | Sunflower seed butter or almond butter | Reduces peanut allergen risk and provides different nutrient profiles; sunflower butter is less inflammatory |
| Honey | Monk fruit sweetener or coconut nectar | Lowers glycemic impact and reduces blood sugar spikes while maintaining sweetness |
| Plain Greek yogurt | Coconut cream (full-fat canned) | Maintains creaminess while supporting gut health through MCT oils and adding authentic coconut flavor |
| Low-sodium soy sauce | Tamari or coconut aminos | Tamari is gluten-free and has deeper umami; coconut aminos is lower sodium and lower glycemic |
| Coconut oil | Avocado oil or ghee | Both support inflammation reduction and have higher smoke points; avocado oil is more heart-healthy |
| Boneless, skinless chicken breasts | Chicken thighs (skinless) | Higher in selenium and B vitamins; richer flavor and less likely to dry out during cooking |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 342 |
| Total Fat | 14g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Cholesterol | 102mg |
| Sodium | 385mg |
| Carbohydrates | 10g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sugar | 4g |
| Protein | 43g |
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