Chicken Satay Bites

Dairy Free
Chicken Satay Bites
45 min.
32
35kcal

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Are you looking to impress your guests with a delightful and tasty appetizer that’s both satisfying and easy to make? Look no further than these irresistible Chicken Satay Bites! Perfect for any gathering, these bites are not only dairy-free but also packed with flavor that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Imagine succulent pieces of warm, shredded chicken tossed in a creamy and slightly spicy peanut sauce, perched atop crispy pita toasts. The freshness of chopped cilantro and zesty lime juice elevates the dish, making it an exciting addition to your antipasti platter or snack table. Each bite is a wonderful combination of textures and tastes: the crunch of the pita, the heartiness of the chicken, and the rich depth of the peanut sauce come together to create a memorable experience.

With only 35 calories per bite, these Chicken Satay Bites are a guilt-free indulgence that are sure to delight your guests without weighing them down. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to 32 people, they make for an ideal recipe for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings. So grab your food processor and let’s get started on this exciting culinary adventure that celebrates flavors and fun!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cilantro plus 32 cilantro leaves fresh whole chopped
  • 0.3 cup crunchy peanut butter 
  • tablespoon ginger fresh peeled chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • 6-inch pita loaves with pockets, each cut into 8 wedges ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups meat from a rotisserie chicken dark shredded with skin) cooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon tabasco 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Tear each pita wedge at fold to form 2 triangles.
  3. Brush rough sides of pita triangles with 1 tablespoon oil and toast on a baking sheet until crisp and golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Pulse peanut butter, chopped cilantro, lime juice, water, ginger, Tabasco, salt, and remaining tablespoon oil in a food processor until combined well but still slightly chunky. Toss chicken with peanut sauce and season with salt. Mound on pita toasts and top with cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories35kcal
Protein30.53%
Fat62.29%
Carbs7.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.5
Glycemic Load
0.04
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2586956523035%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.13mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:34.73kcal
1.74%
Fat:2.44g
3.76%
Saturated Fat:0.44g
2.76%
Carbohydrates:0.63g
0.21%
Net Carbohydrates:0.46g
0.17%
Sugar:0.2g
0.22%
Cholesterol:6.56mg
2.19%
Sodium:36.7mg
1.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.69g
5.38%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.86%
Selenium:2.32µg
3.32%
Phosphorus:23.63mg
2.36%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.27%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.97%
Vitamin K:1.97µg
1.88%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.36%
Magnesium:5.34mg
1.33%
Zinc:0.19mg
1.28%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.11%
Potassium:38.43mg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious