Thai Style Chicken Skewers
Elevate your grilling game with these irresistible Thai Style Chicken Skewers, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors! Marinated in a fragrant blend of coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, and bold spices like turmeric and coriander, these chicken skewers are bursting with authentic Thai-inspired goodness. The marinade tenderizes the chicken while infusing it with a rich depth of flavor, made even better by a slight char from the grill or broiler. Ready in just 30 minutes of active cooking and prep time, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve these juicy, golden-brown skewers with creamy peanut dipping sauce, jasmine rice, or a light cucumber salad for a truly unforgettable meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 120 ml Coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 10 pieces Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes, roughly 1.5 inches in size, and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground turmeric, coriander powder, paprika, black pepper, and vegetable oil. Whisk together until the marinade is well blended.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor.
While the chicken marinates, soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Preheat a grill or broiler to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or line a baking sheet with foil if using the broiler.
Place the skewers on the grill or under the broiler. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a slight char. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 75°C (165°F).
Remove the skewers from the grill or broiler and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as Thai peanut sauce, and a side of cucumber salad or jasmine rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.3 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1003 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 479 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
