Description
These Chicken Satay Rice Bowls are packed with juicy marinated chicken, served on a bed of rice, and drizzled with a rich and creamy peanut sauce. A satisfying and delicious meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner, bringing the flavors of Southeast Asia right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup coconut milk (or water)
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt, to taste
For the Rice Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked rice (jasmine, brown, or your choice)
- 1 cucumber, sliced thinly
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, turmeric, chili flakes, and lime juice. Whisk together until smooth. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor. - Prepare the Peanut Sauce:
In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, coconut milk (or water), chili flakes, garlic, and lime juice. Stir until smooth, adding more coconut milk or water to reach your desired sauce consistency. Taste and adjust with salt, if needed. - Grill or Cook the Chicken:
Preheat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips. - Assemble the Rice Bowls:
Divide the cooked rice between bowls. Arrange the sliced grilled chicken, cucumber, red bell pepper, and cilantro on top of the rice. Drizzle with the peanut sauce and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, if using. - Serve:
Serve the Chicken Satay Rice Bowls with lime wedges on the side for extra tang. Enjoy!
Notes
- If you’re short on time, you can substitute store-bought peanut sauce, but homemade sauce is always better!
- For a lighter version, you can use grilled chicken breast instead of thighs.
- To make this a more filling meal, you can also add vegetables like shredded carrots or edamame.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg