Heart Healthy Chicken Teriyaki with Peanut Sauce Recipe
Enjoy perfectly grilled teriyaki chicken skewers dipped in a luscious peanut sauce for a noteworthy meal. This easy, gluten-free chicken dish will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Recipe yields 8 servings
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (gluten free if needed)
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup smooth peanut butter plus 1 Tbsp peanut butter
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1 1/2 tsp sesame oil
2 tsp low sodium soy sauce (gluten free if needed)
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 Tbsp chopped peanuts
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
1 cup thinly sliced celery
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Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken. Add the ginger and half the garlic to the bowl and stir to combine. Marinate, covered and refrigerated, for at least 1 hour.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk the peanut butter and coconut milk. Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice and the remaining garlic to the bowl and whisk to combine. Top with the cilantro and peanuts.
Step 3
Preheat grill to medium high. Thread the chicken on 16 skewers. Grill the chicken for 3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Serve with the dipping sauce, carrots and celery.
Time: 80 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 198
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Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 2 skewers
Per serving:
calories:198
total fat:8g
sat fat:2g
cholesterol:32mg
sodium:348mg
total carb:14g
fibers:0g
proteins:16g
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About This Healthy Recipe
In search of a gluten-free chicken recipe? Look no further! This healthy chicken dish is simple and sure to have guests coming back for seconds. Juicy grilled teriyaki chicken skewers are dipped in a luscious peanut sauce making for a mouthwatering and memorable meal. Low in sodium (348mg sodium per serving ) and high in protein(16g), this recipe is a great option for anyone in search of a heart healthy option. In addition to being gluten-free and heart-healthy, this recipe is also a fun and easy kid-friendly option. Concerned about calories? Don’t be! This recipe is just 198 calories per serving, so rest assured, you can enjoy this flavorful meal guilt-free. Make this low-sodium recipe for lunch or dinner. It is sure to be a hit with everyone in the family. Enjoy!
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