Description
Tender and flavorful Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers are marinated in a delightful coconut curry mixture and then grilled to perfection. These skewers are a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Whisk together coconut milk, red curry paste, brown sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, garlic, lime juice, and vegetable oil. Add chicken cubes, coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high.
- Thread the Skewers: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, discarding excess marinade.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill skewers for 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve: Transfer to a platter, garnish with cilantro and lime wedges, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate overnight.
- If using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Pair with jasmine rice or a fresh cucumber salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ 1 hour marinating time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
