Coconut Lime Grilled Chicken Skewers 🥥🍋🍗🍢

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Marinate Time: 1 hour (optional)

Cook Time: 10-15 minutes

Total Time: 30-35 minutes

Ingredients

For the Chicken Skewers:

• 1.5 lbs (680 g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Marinade:

• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• Zest and juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

For Garnish:

• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges
• Extra shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

1. Prepare Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lime zest, lime juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, shredded coconut, and ground cumin if using. Add red pepper flakes if you prefer extra heat.
2. Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.

Prepare the Skewers:

1. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Thread Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and thread the cubes onto skewers. Discard the marinade.
3. Oil Grill: Lightly brush the grill grates with coconut oil or use a non-stick spray to prevent sticking.

Grill the Chicken:

1. Grill Skewers: Place the chicken skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
2. Optional Glaze: During the last few minutes of grilling, you can brush the chicken with a little extra coconut milk or a mixture of lime juice and honey for additional flavor.

Serve:

1. Garnish: Transfer the skewers to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and extra shredded coconut if desired.
2. Serve with Lime: Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the chicken.
3. Enjoy: These skewers are great on their own or served with a side of rice, a fresh salad, or grilled vegetables.

Tips:

• Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
• Marinate Time: Marinating the chicken longer will enhance the flavor, but even a short marination will give a nice coconut-lime taste.
• Grill Marks: For extra flavor, you can brush the chicken with a little marinade while grilling, but be careful to avoid flare-ups.

Enjoy your Coconut Lime Grilled Chicken Skewers—a tropical and flavorful dish that’s perfect for summer grilling! 🥥🍋🍗🍢