Heart Healthy Chicken Teriyaki with Peanut Sauce

Chicken teriyaki can be healthy or not-so-healthy, depending on how it’s made. When you get it in a restaurant, it may be swimming in oil and covered in a high sodium sauce. But these homemade chicken teriyaki skewers were created to be as healthy as they are delicious. They start with low-fat chicken breasts, which are flavored with a tasty marinade of teriyaki sauce, ginger and garlic. These are then grilled on skewers (grilled chicken is healthy!) and served with a tantalizing peanut sauce. The result is a family-friendly meal that’s good for your health.

The peanut sauce served with this teriyaki chicken is full of bold flavors. It’s made by combining peanut butter, unsweetened coconut milk, sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, cilantro and chopped peanuts. It's a tasty dipping sauce that can be served with any grilled or baked chicken recipe and also makes a great dip for crunchy veggies, like carrots and celery.

Chicken teriyaki pairs well with a variety of sides to create a balanced and satisfying meal. Consider serving it with Cauliflower Rice, Ginger Brown Rice or a  Crunchy Asian Ramen Salad. It’s also delicious alongside any of your favorite fresh or cooked veggies.