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Honey Jalapeño Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Lime Dip Recipe

Honey Jalapeño Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Lime Dip Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Honey Jalapeño Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Lime Dip are the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Juicy chicken pieces are marinated in a honey-lime mixture with jalapeño and garlic, then grilled to perfection. Served with a creamy cilantro lime dip, this dish is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken Skewers:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 jalapeño (seeded and finely minced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Cilantro Lime Dip:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, minced jalapeño, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Cilantro Lime Dip: Combine sour cream (or Greek yogurt), mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, and salt in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and refrigerate.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers. Grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and charred.
  4. Serve: Serve the hot skewers with chilled cilantro lime dip on the side.

Notes

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
  • Adjust the spice level by leaving jalapeño seeds in or using milder chiles like Fresno.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 skewers + dip
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg