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Keto Chicken Satay Recipe

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Tender grilled chicken skewers glazed with a creamy, low-carb Thai-inspired peanut sauce made from coconut milk and sugar-free peanut butter. Perfect for keto diets with rich, smoky flavors and no hidden sugars.

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Chicken Thighs, boneless skinless
1.5 pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes
Full-Fat Coconut Milk
4 oz, for marinade and sauce
Natural Peanut Butter
6 tbsp, sugar-free
Lime Juice
2 tbsp, freshly squeezed
Tamari or coconut aminos
4 tbsp, for marinade
Fresh Ginger, minced
1 tbsp
Cayenne Pepper (or chili flakes)
0.5 tsp
Garlic Clove, minced
1 tsp
Avocado Oil or ghee
1 tbsp for grilling
Peanut Butter (for sauce)
4 tbsp, sugar-free
Lite Coconut Milk
4 tbsp (Canned for consistency)
Sriracha
12 tbsp, optional for heat

Instructions

Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes
Whisk coconut milk, lime juice, tamari/aminos, ginger, garlic, cayenne, and 2 tbsp peanut butter into a deep bowl
Marinate chicken for 4 hours (or overnight) in the fridge
Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and brush with avocado oil
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F)
Grill skewers 6-7 minutes per side or until charred and cooked through
In a blender combine 4 tbsp peanut butter, 4 oz coconut milk, 2 tbsp tamari/aminos, fresh lime juice, and sriracha (if using)
Blend into smooth sauce and serve alongside chicken

Notes

Use tamari for gluten-free; skip oil if tenderizing with yogurt (not mentioned in original but implied)
Substitute almond butter for nut-free version
Marinade can be made with coconut cream for richer texture
Recipe doubles well for larger gatherings

  • Author: Sabella
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Keto

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 skewers
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg