Coconut Lime Chicken Skewers (coconut Lime Chicken Skewers)

These Coconut Lime Chicken Skewers are a delicious and refreshing dish that captures the flavors of the Caribbean. The combination of coconut and lime creates a tropical and zesty marinade for the chicken, making it perfect for a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner.

Coconut Lime Chicken Skewers (coconut Lime Chicken Skewers)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the coconut milk, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat a stovetop grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers.
  5. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
  6. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Bowl Grill or grill pan Wooden skewers

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Coconut Lime Chicken Skewers with a side of coconut rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, squeeze additional fresh lime juice over the cooked skewers before serving.

Cost

$15