Description
Chicken Satay Rice Bowls feature tender marinated chicken served over fluffy rice with crisp vegetables and a rich, creamy peanut sauce. This bold and satisfying bowl delivers restaurant-style flavor in a balanced, customizable meal perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
- For the chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the peanut sauce:
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup warm water (to thin as needed)
- For the bowls:
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and olive oil in a bowl.
- Add chicken strips and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the peanut sauce by whisking peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, ginger, and garlic. Slowly add warm water until smooth and pourable.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 4–6 minutes per side until fully cooked and lightly caramelized.
- Divide cooked rice among serving bowls.
- Top with cooked chicken, shredded carrots, cucumber, and bell pepper.
- Drizzle generously with peanut sauce and garnish with cilantro, roasted peanuts, and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or baked tofu for variation.
- Add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the peanut sauce for extra heat.
- Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- Store components separately in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Loosen thickened peanut sauce with a splash of warm water before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
