Skinny Turkey Satay Skewers

Skinny Turkey Satay Skewers are the kind of recipe you can take in any direction. Pile them over rice, tuck them beside a fresh salad, load them up with vegetables, or enjoy them just as they are with extra sauce on the side.

Each skewer gives you tender, lightly crisp pieces of marinated turkey coated in a creamy satay sauce that tastes like the comfort of your favorite satay chicken, only lighter and leaner. It is an easy turkey satay recipe that feels satisfying without weighing you down.

• Why This Recipe Is So Good
• What Goes Into Turkey Satay
• How To Make Turkey Satay
• Tips For Making Turkey Satay
• Recipe FAQ’s
• Skinny Satay Turkey Skewers Recipe

Why This Recipe Is So Good

People love this Turkey Satay because it transforms simple turkey skewers into something rich, flavorful, and satisfying without feeling heavy. The marinade sinks right into the meat, giving you tender bites that pair perfectly with the creamy satay sauce. It is the kind of turkey satay recipe that feels effortless but tastes like you tried harder.

It is also incredibly versatile, which is why it becomes a repeat favorite. You can serve these turkey satay skewers with rice, salad, or vegetables, and they always fit right in. Whether you are cooking for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or a quick backyard grill, this turkey satay delivers bold flavor with minimal fuss.

What Goes Into Turkey Satay

This Turkey Satay comes together with simple pantry staples and a handful of fresh aromatics.

• Light Coconut Milk: Keeps the sauce creamy without the heaviness of full fat coconut milk, so the flavor stays rich while the dish stays lighter.
• Powdered Peanut Butter: Adds deep peanut flavor with fewer calories, and helps the sauce thicken without overpowering the turkey.
• Turmeric: Brings a warm golden color and a subtle earthiness that makes the satay taste deeper and more aromatic.
• Turkey Breast Fillets: Lean, tender, and perfect for quick marinades. They absorb flavor fast and stay juicy when cooked on skewers.

Note: Please see recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements.

How To Make Turkey Satay

1. Soak the Skewers: Place the wooden skewers in cold water for thirty minutes so they do not burn while cooking.

1. Thread Turkey: Slide the cubed turkey breast onto the soaked skewers and set them aside while you prepare the marinade.

1. Whisk the Marinade: Combine all marinade ingredients in a shallow dish and whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.

1. Marinate the Skewers: Add the turkey skewers to the dish and coat them evenly, letting them sit for one hour or overnight for deeper flavor.

1. Cook First Side: Spray a pan with coconut oil spray and cook half of the skewers over medium until the underside begins to brown.

1. Turn and Finish Cooking: Flip the skewers and continue cooking until the turkey is done, then repeat with the remaining batch.

1. Thicken the Sauce: Pour the reserved marinade into a small pot and simmer it until it thickens, adding a splash of water only if needed.

1. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the skewers on a plate, spoon the warm satay sauce over the top, and serve with coriander, rice, or vegetables.

Turkey Satay pairs beautifully with dishes that add freshness and comfort in every bite. Try it with Caprese Garlic Bread for a bright, savory side that wipes up the extra satay sauce in the best way. If you want something heartier, Fried Rice with Bacon brings a salty and smoky contrast that makes the whole plate feel more indulgent. For something fun and a little unexpected, Mini Caprese Deep Dish Pizzas add a warm tomato and cheese hit that plays so well with the creamy peanut flavors.

Something fresh? My Asian Carrot Salad with Ginger Peanut Dressing is the dish you’ve been missing. And for the sweet treat at the end, my Peanut Butter and Jam Nutella Banana Blondies are a MUST in your meal.

Tips For Making Turkey Satay

• Let the turkey sit in the marinade for as long as you can. An overnight rest gives the best flavor and helps the pieces stay juicy when cooked.
• Cut the turkey into even sized cubes so they cook at the same rate and stay tender all the way through.
• Do not rush the sauce. Let it simmer gently so it thickens naturally and carries all the flavor from the marinade.
• If you are grilling instead of pan cooking, give the skewers a light spray of oil before placing them on the heat to prevent sticking.

One hour is enough for good flavor, but overnight gives the turkey a deeper, richer taste. Just keep it covered in the fridge until you are ready to cook.

If you want a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer. If it feels too thick, add small amounts of water until it reaches the texture you like.

You can replace the peanut butter with almond butter or cashew butter. The flavor will be slightly different, but the texture will still be creamy and delicious.

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• ▢ 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• ▢ 1 cup light coconut milk
• ▢ 1 teaspoon turmeric
• ▢ 3 tablespoons powdered peanut butter
• ▢ 1 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter adjust to your tastes
• ▢ 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
• ▢ 2 pinches salt to season
• ▢ 1.5 lbs turkey breast fillets cubed
• ▢ 12 wooden skewers
• ▢ Coconut oil spray
• ▢ extra water if needed
• ▢ 1 handful fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

• Soak skewers for 30 minutes. Thread turkey pieces onto skewers and set aside.
• In a separate large shallow dish, combine all marinade ingredients together and whisk until combined. Add skewers and marinade for about an hour OR over night for a deeper flavour.
• When ready to cook, drain the turkey skewers, reserving the marinade. Spray a nonstick pan/skillet with the oil spray, and fry in two batches (I did 6 per batch) on medium heat until underside is browned. Turn and cook for a further 4 – 5 minutes, or until turkey has cooked through. Alternatively, bake in a pre heated oven under the grill/broil settings on medium – high heat until cooked through, turning once after about 10 minutes.
• Transfer the reserved marinade to a small pot or pan, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and cook while stirring for 5 minutes or until the sauce is fragrant and thickens. Add extra water by the tablespoon only if sauce is too thick.
• Serve skewers with coriander leaves, steamed rice or vegetables and pour the satay sauce over.

Notes

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Skinny Satay Turkey Skewers

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 cup light coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 3 tablespoons powdered peanut butter
• 1 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter adjust to your tastes
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
• 2 pinches salt to season
• 1.5 lbs turkey breast fillets cubed
• 12 wooden skewers
• Coconut oil spray
• extra water if needed
• 1 handful fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

• Soak skewers for 30 minutes. Thread turkey pieces onto skewers and set aside.
• In a separate large shallow dish, combine all marinade ingredients together and whisk until combined. Add skewers and marinade for about an hour OR over night for a deeper flavour.
• When ready to cook, drain the turkey skewers, reserving the marinade. Spray a nonstick pan/skillet with the oil spray, and fry in two batches (I did 6 per batch) on medium heat until underside is browned. Turn and cook for a further 4 - 5 minutes, or until turkey has cooked through. Alternatively, bake in a pre heated oven under the grill/broil settings on medium - high heat until cooked through, turning once after about 10 minutes.
• Transfer the reserved marinade to a small pot or pan, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and cook while stirring for 5 minutes or until the sauce is fragrant and thickens. Add extra water by the tablespoon only if sauce is too thick.
• Serve skewers with coriander leaves, steamed rice or vegetables and pour the satay sauce over.

Notes

Nutrition

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