Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken thigh (or boneless breast), cut into stew pieces)
  • 1 package Bamboo skewers
  • 4 tablespoons butter (melted)

Marinated spices (for chicken):

  • 1 tablespoon garlic paste
  • ½ tablespoon ginger paste
  • 2 tablespoons ground coriander
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (Lakanto monkfruit sweetener works well)

Peanut sauce:

  • 1½ cup water
  • 3 tablespoons peanut butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar (Lakanto monkfruit sweetener)

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

2 skewer

Carbohydrates

4
g

Protein

42
g

Fat

20
g

Calories

367

Chicken Satay brings a taste of Southeast Asia to your table with tender chicken pieces marinated in garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. This dish is perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner, with only 4 grams of carbs per serving. Pair it with a homemade peanut sauce for a satisfying, low-carb option that supports your keto lifestyle. Whether you use chicken thighs or breasts, this satay is a wonderful way to enjoy flavorful protein while keeping your meals aligned with your health goals.

Instructions

Chicken:

  1. Soak the skewers in water.
  2. Marinate the chicken for 1-2 hours or can be left to marinate overnight.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  4. Add ~5 pieces of chicken to each bamboo skewer and brush the chicken with butter.
  5. Bake the chicken for 18-20 minutes , turning halfway through the cook time or grill the chicken until it is well done (no pink when cut through).
  6. Serve with peanut sauce.

Peanut Sauce:

  1. Place water in a small saucepan and bring it to a boil. When the water starts to boil, add peanut butter, salt, brown sugar, and ground pepper.
  2. Stir the sauce until thickened and remove from the stove.
  3. Serve with chicken.