This high-protein, low-carb chicken satay salad combines marinated chicken breasts with a vibrant peanut satay sauce and fresh vegetables

For a quick, nutritious, and satisfying meal, try this chicken satay salad recipe, which packs flavour and protein in every bite. With minimal preparation and cooking time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients: 

– 1 tbsp tamari  

– 1 tsp medium curry powder  

– ¼ tsp ground cumin  

– 1 garlic clove, finely grated  

– 1 tsp clear honey  

– 2 skinless chicken breast fillets (or turkey breast)  

– 1 tbsp crunchy peanut butter (sugar-free and palm oil-free preferred)  

– 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce  

– 1 tbsp lime juice  

– Sunflower oil, for greasing  

– 2 Little Gem lettuce hearts, cut into wedges  

– ¼ cucumber, halved and sliced  

– 1 banana shallot, halved and thinly sliced  

– Chopped coriander  

– Seeds from ½ pomegranate  

**Nutrition per serving:**  

– Calories: 353 kcal  

– Fat: 10g  

– Saturated fat: 2g  

– Carbohydrates: 24g  

– Sugars: 21g  

– Fiber: 7g  

– Protein: 38g  

– Salt: 1.6g  

Method: 

1. Marinate the Chicken:

In a large dish, mix the tamari, curry powder, cumin, garlic, and honey. Slice the chicken horizontally to make four fillets, then coat them in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight to absorb flavours.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

Mix the peanut butter with the chilli sauce, lime juice, and 1 tbsp of water to create a smooth sauce. Set aside.

3. Cook the Chicken:

Grease a non-stick frying pan with sunflower oil. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes on medium heat, covered with a lid. Flip in the last minute of cooking until fully cooked yet moist. Set aside to rest for a few minutes.

4. Assemble the Salad:

While the chicken rests, toss the lettuce, cucumber, shallot, coriander, and pomegranate seeds. Arrange on plates and drizzle with a portion of the satay sauce.

5. Serve:

Slice the chicken, arrange over the salad, and spoon the remaining sauce on top. Enjoy this warm, flavorful meal immediately.

This salad, with its punchy satay sauce, fresh vegetables, and marinated chicken, is a delightful combination of flavours and textures that will leave you satisfied and energized.