Description
Sizzling Thai Chicken Skewers deliver a perfect punch of flavor straight from Southeast Asian street markets to your dinner plate. Marinated in a zesty blend of herbs and spices, these skewers bring a tasty adventure your family will absolutely love.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Marinade and Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Seasoning and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon red Thai curry paste
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish and Serving:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- 1 red chilies, thinly sliced (optional)
- Jasmine rice or crispy smashed potato salad
Skewers:
- Bamboo or metal skewers
Instructions
- Craft a flavorful marinade by whisking 1 cup coconut milk, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 1 tablespoon red Thai curry paste, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1 teaspoon turmeric, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a large bowl until completely smooth.
- Add 1.5 pounds chicken pieces to the marinade. Ensure each piece gets fully coated by gently tossing them around. Seal the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors penetrate deeply.
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. This step prevents your skewers from catching fire.
- Heat your grill to medium-high (around 400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Remove chicken from marinade and thread pieces onto skewers, leaving small gaps between each chunk for even cooking.
- Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, rotating every 3-4 minutes to achieve beautiful char marks. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Remove skewers from grill and let them rest for 3-4 minutes. This helps redistribute juices inside the meat.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, squeeze lime wedges over the top, and sprinkle thinly sliced red chilies if you want extra heat. Serve immediately with jasmine rice or crispy smashed potato salad.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for maximum flavor by letting it sit overnight in the refrigerator, which allows the spices to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning on the grill and ensure even cooking.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular soy sauce with tamari and double-check that your red curry paste is gluten-free.
- Test chicken doneness with a meat thermometer to guarantee perfectly cooked, juicy skewers without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 329 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg