Description
These Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers feature tender chicken breast chunks marinated in a flavorful blend of coconut milk, lime, soy sauce, and Thai spices. Grilled to perfection over medium-high heat, they offer a delicious balance of creamy, tangy, spicy, and sweet flavors, perfect for a vibrant and satisfying meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon red curry paste
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Other
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- Extra lime wedges and cilantro, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients and Equipment: Collect and prepare all ingredients and equipment so everything is ready before starting the cooking process.
- Soak Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken breast into bite-sized chunks, ensuring even size for uniform cooking.
- Make Marinade: In a large bowl, combine coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, red curry paste, chili flakes, sesame oil, chopped cilantro, peanut butter, and rice vinegar.
- Mix Marinade: Whisk the marinade ingredients together until smooth and well incorporated.
- Marinate Chicken: Add chicken chunks to marinade and toss until fully coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Preheat Grill: While marinating, preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread Chicken: Thread marinated chicken pieces evenly onto soaked skewers, leaving space between pieces.
- Grill Skewers: Place skewers on grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through with grill marks.
- Check Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Rest Chicken: Remove skewers from grill and allow to rest for a few minutes.
- Serve: Serve the skewers hot with optional extra lime wedges and cilantro for garnish.
Notes
- Soaking skewers prevents burning and helps maintain their integrity during grilling.
- Marinating the chicken longer (up to 2 hours) intensifies flavor and tenderness.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness to ensure food safety.
- For a spicier version, increase chili flakes or add fresh chopped chilies to the marinade.
- These skewers pair well with jasmine rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
