Coconut Lime Grilled Chicken Skewers: An Easy Summer Delight
Enjoy a burst of tropical flavors with these Coconut Lime Grilled Chicken Skewers, perfect for summer barbecues.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, black pepper, and salt.
- Add chicken cubes to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with lime wedges for an added zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Coconut, Lime, Grilled Chicken, Skewers, Summer Recipes