These Chicken Satay Bowls are everything you want in a meal: easy, flavorful, balanced, and satisfying. The coconut-marinated chicken paired with the bright, crunchy slaw creates a dish that feels elevated but is simple enough for any night of the week. If you’ve been searching for a high-protein chicken bowl recipe that isn’t boring, this is the one. Save it, make it, and don’t forget to tag @Gourmet.Mami when you do 💛Why You’ll Love These Chicken Satay Bowls:🥥 Rich, creamy marinade – Coconut milk makes the chicken ultra juicy🍗 High-protein meal – Perfect for keeping you full and satisfied🌶 Bold, layered flavor – Garlic, ginger, curry, and lime = flavor bomb🥗 Fresh crunchy slaw – Adds balance and texture⏱ Meal prep friendly – Tastes even better the next dayTips for the Best Chicken Satay Bowls🔥 Marinate longer if you can – The flavor gets even better🥥 Use full-fat coconut milk – It creates the richest texture🍗 Don’t overcrowd the pan – Helps the chicken caramelize🍋 Finish with lime – Brightens the entire dishEasy Variations🥜 Add peanut sauce for a more traditional satay flavor🥦 Add roasted broccoli or green beans for extra veggies🍚 Make it heartier with a jasmine rice base🌶 Add chili crisp or sriracha for heatStorage + Meal Prep🥡 Refrigerator: Store components separately up to 4 days🔥 Reheat: Warm chicken before serving🥗 Tip: Keep slaw separate for best textureSimilar Recipes from Gourmet MamiIf you love bold, flavor-packed bowls, try these from Gourmet Mami:🥗 Crispy Rice Chopped Chicken Shawarma Salad🐟 Sticky Salmon + Broccoli Bowls🍗 Garlic Parmesan Chicken + Broccoli Bowls🥙 Italian Chicken + Orzo BowlsThese recipes are all easy, high-protein, and full of bold flavor — perfect for weeknight cooking.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 14.5 oz can full fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons freshly grated ginger
- 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons turmeric
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- juice from 1 lime
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 2 lbs chicken breast tenders
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Slaw
- 1 bag slaw mix
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- Juice from ½ lime
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
For the Chicken:
- In a large bowl, whisk together coconut milk, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, brown sugar, lime juice, and salt.
- Add the chicken tenders and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken (without the marinade) and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
For the Slaw:
- In a bowl, combine slaw mix, rice vinegar, sesame oil, coconut aminos, lime juice, avocado oil, garlic, and salt to taste.
- Toss well until evenly coated. Let sit for a few minutes to soften slightly.
For the Bowls:
- Divide the slaw and chicken among four bowls.
- Finish with sliced cucumbers, extra lime, herbs, or a drizzle of peanut sauce if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 715kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 54gFat: 47gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 2237mgPotassium: 1385mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 187IUVitamin C: 49mgCalcium: 93mgIron: 4mg
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