Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Name: Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 600g chicken breast, cut into strips; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp curry powder; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Wooden skewers, soaked; 4 tbsp peanut butter; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp sriracha; 2 tbsp warm water; 1 tsp sesame oil; Cucumber salad; Steamed jasmine rice

Grilled marinated chicken skewers with a creamy, spicy peanut dipping sauce. Thai street food classic.

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Prep20 min

Cook10 min

Protein38g

Calories400

Carbs18g

Fat20g

Per serving · Adjust servings below to scale ingredients

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👨‍🍳Instructions

1
Marinate chicken strips in soy sauce, curry powder, sugar, oil, and garlic for 30+ minutes.
2
Thread onto soaked wooden skewers.
3
Grill over high heat 3-4 minutes per side until charred.
4
Whisk peanut sauce ingredients together until smooth.
5
Serve skewers with peanut sauce and cucumber salad.

📊Nutrition per serving

Values are per 1 serving and stay fixed regardless of the servings adjuster above — use the adjuster to scale ingredients only.

Calories400

Protein38g

Carbs18g

Fat20g

Fiber2g

💪Protein & Nutrition Breakdown

Each serving of Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce delivers 38g of protein at 400 calories — that's 11 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 38% of total calories in this dish. With only 18g of carbohydrates per serving, this recipe fits well into low-carb, ketogenic, or carb-cycling approaches. The 20g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption.

🥡Meal Prep & Storage

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is a straightforward recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 38g of protein and 400 calories — ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce also freezes well — portion into individual freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Batch cooking a double or triple portion on the weekend means you have 38g-protein meals ready throughout the week with zero daily effort.

💡 Tips & Notes

•Soak wooden skewers 30 min to prevent burning.
•Flatten chicken strips for even cooking.

Variations

→Use shrimp or pork.
→Add coconut milk to the sauce.
→Serve in lettuce cups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce ahead of time?

The marination step actually benefits from being done the night before. The longer it marinates (up to 24 hours), the more flavorful it becomes.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes! Thighs are juicier and more forgiving with cooking time. They have slightly more fat but won't dry out. Adjust cook time — thighs take 1-2 minutes longer.

How long should I marinate — does longer mean better?

Minimum 30 minutes for noticeable flavor, 2-4 hours is ideal. Overnight works for most proteins but don't exceed 24 hours — the acid can break down the meat too much and make it mushy.

high protein

Recipe by

BoBo Chef

Fitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.

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