Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce

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Weight Watchers Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce is a high-protein, mouth-watering, and healthy recipe. It is ideal for weight loss and maintenance. This dish is inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine. It is an altered form of the traditional recipe. This recipe is made with lean protein and low-calorie ingredients. This dish is famous in many countries such as Thailand and Malaysia. This Weight Watchers Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce is a nutritious and well-balanced dinner that will keep you happy and satisfied. Those looking for a tasty and wholesome lunch that still fits within their daily calorie point limitation should try this recipe.

EQUIPMENT:

  • bowl
  • Spoon
  • Pot
  • Cooking spatula
  • Bamboo skewers
  • BBQ grill
  • Serving plate

INGREDIENTS:

  • Low-fat coconut milk half a cup
  • Asian fish sauce 1 tbsp
  • Red curry paste 2 tsp
  • Granulated brown sugar 1 tsp
  • Chopped cilantro 1 tbsp
  • Ground turmeric 1/2 tsp
  • 1/2 tsp of Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to flavor
  • Thin-sliced boneless chicken breast, 1 to 1/4 pounds
  • Bamboo skewers 16 large
  • Lime wedges, for garnish
  • Crushed cilantro 1 tbsp
  • 1 tbsp of chopped peanuts, for garnish optional

For the Peanut Sauce:

  • One-third cup of chicken broth
  • Sriracha chili sauce 1 tsp
  • One tablespoon of Less sodium soy sauce
  • Two tablespoons of Creamy peanut butter
  • Small and chopped garlic clove 1
  • Fresh chopped ginger 1 tsp

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Coconut milk:

  • We used low-fat and canned coconut milk to lower the calories.

Fish sauce:

  • This sauce will not give a fishy taste. I really suggest using it.

Red curry paste:

  • You can replace this paste with green or curry powder.

Sugar:

  • We used brown and granulated sugar to add a sweet flavor.

Honey:

  • Instead of this item, you can use agave syrup.

Broth:

  • We used low-sodium broth to keep the sodium and calorie content low.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preparation of marination:

  1. Add cilantro, chopped black pepper, turmeric, granulated brown sugar, red curry paste, kosher salt, coconut milk, and Asian fish sauce to a bowl.
  2. Whisk all spices with a spoon.
  3. Next, cut the chicken breast into broad and thin pieces that are roughly one inch wide and three inches long.
  4. Add the sliced chicken to the spices mixture.
  5. Marinate it until all the spices are properly combined with the chicken.
  6. Place the covered bowl in the refrigerator for five to seven hours.
  7. Meanwhile, we will prepare the peanut sauce.

Preparation of Peanut Sauce:

  1. Add soy sauce, chopped garlic, creamy peanut butter, honey, ginger, sriracha hot sauce, and low-sodium chicken broth to a non-stick pot.
  2. Stir all the items. Place this pot on a moderate to high burner’s flame.
  3. Simmer it on a high flame for a few minutes.
  4. Then, lower the burner’s flame.
  5. Now, cook it for six to ten minutes until the sauce is dense.
  6. During cooking, stir it continuously with a spatula to prevent burning.
  7. After that, turn off the flame. Set aside the pot to cool.

Cooking:

  1. Now, we will prepare the chicken.
  2. First, set the BBQ grill on maximum heat.
  3. Now, arrange the marinated chicken slices on soaked bamboo sticks.
  4. Shift these skewers on the BBQ grill.
  5. Simmer each side for four to seven minutes.
  6. After that, place the cooked chicken on a large plate.
  7. Top it with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.
  8. The amazing Weight Watchers Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce is ready.
  9. Serve it with creamy peanut sauce and lime wedges.

VARIATIONS:

Chicken:

  • Replace chicken breast with reduced-fat beef, boneless chicken thighs, or skinless chicken breast. Additionally, you can use chicken tenders to save time.

Peanut butter:

  • You can opt for other options such as cashew butter or almond butter.

Fish sauce:

  • A better replacement for fish sauce is gluten-free tamari sauce.

No grill:

  • You can air-fried chicken in an air fryer or prepare it in a pan on the burner.

UNIQUE WAYS TO SERVE THIS DISH:

Edamame:

  • Serve the chicken satay with steamed edamame.

Pineapple:

  • Enjoy these sticks with grilled pineapple for a sweet and savory combination.

Rice:

  • Pair this recipe with cauliflower, coconut, or brown rice.

Whole wheat pita:

  • Pack in a whole-wheat pita with lettuce, tomato, and cucumber for a healthy wrap.

Stir-fried vegetables:

  • Serve it with stir-fried vegetables like snow peas, asparagus, green beans, or Brussels sprouts.

TIPS:

  • Use fresh and good-quality items such as spices, ginger, chicken, and garlic for better flavor.
  • Choose low-fat skinless and boneless meat.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 3 to 4 hours in order to enhance the taste and soften the meat.
  • Modify the recipe by varying the marinade’s items or spices.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Refrigerator:

  • Preserve the remaining chicken satay in a covered box and refrigerate it for three to seven days.

Freezer:

  • Save this dish in sealed plastic containers and freeze it for three to four months. We can also freeze the peanut sauce for several months.

Reheating:

  • You can rewarm the frozen or refrigerated chicken in a microwave oven.

FAQs:

Can I use store-bought peanut sauce?

  • Store-bought peanut sauce can be used, but I highly recommend making spicy peanut sauce from scratch at home for amazing taste and calorie control.

How can I keep the chicken satay from drying out?

  • Don’t overcook the chicken satay. Second brush it with cooking spray or oil. It will reduce the chance of burning.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Per Serving Size 4 chicken skewers
Total Amount 4 servings
Total Calories 265 kcal
Carbohydrates 8 g
Protein 34.5 g
Sugar 5.5 g
Total Fat 9 g
Dietary fiber 1 g
Sodium 918.5 mg

The total Weight Watchers Points per recipe serving is only four (4).