🍢 High-Protein Thai-Inspired Chicken Satay Skewers
Juicy, flavorful chicken marinated in coconut milk and Thai-inspired spices, grilled until lightly charred, then served with a creamy spicy peanut dipping sauce.
🥘 Ingredients — 4 servings
Chicken Satay
- 700 g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 120 ml light coconut milk
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp curry powder
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, optional
- Wooden skewers
🌶️ Spicy Peanut Sauce
- 60 g natural peanut butter
- 80 g nonfat Greek yogurt
- 60 ml light coconut milk
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1–2 tsp sriracha or chili sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp grated ginger
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2–4 tbsp warm water, as needed
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the chicken
Cut the chicken breast into thin, bite-sized strips.
In a large bowl, combine the coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, peanut butter, garlic, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, paprika, coriander, pepper, and salt.
Add the chicken and toss until completely coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2–4 hours.
2. Prepare the skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20–30 minutes.
Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, folding each strip back and forth to create a compact satay shape.
3. Make the peanut sauce
Add peanut butter, Greek yogurt, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, honey, ginger, and garlic to a bowl.
Whisk until smooth.
Add warm water 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach a creamy dipping-sauce consistency.
Taste and adjust the lime, chili, or soy sauce according to your preference.
4. Grill the chicken
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil it.
Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for approximately 3–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
The chicken should develop beautiful browned/charred edges and reach an internal temperature of 74°C / 165°F.
5. Serve
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 2–3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Serve immediately with the spicy peanut sauce for dipping.
💪 Approximate macros
Per serving (¼ of recipe, including a moderate portion of peanut sauce):
- Calories: ~450–500 kcal
- Protein: 50–55 g
- Carbs: ~15–20 g
- Fat: ~18–22 g
🔥 Meal-prep option
Cook the chicken satay, allow it to cool, and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Keep the peanut sauce separate and add it when serving.
For an even more complete meal, serve 2–3 skewers with steamed vegetables and a small portion of jasmine rice.