Thai Chicken Skewers
Tender chicken marinated in a zesty lime and herb mixture, threaded onto skewers and grilled to juicy perfection. This Thai-inspired dish is bursting with fresh flavors and perfect for a casual gathering or weeknight dinner. Serve with a side of sweet chili sauce for a touch of heat and extra deliciousness.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4 limes , juice, plus zest of 1
- 1 bunch coriander , stalks and leaves chopped separately
- 1½ tsp sugar
- ¾ tsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil
- 2 garlic cloves , crushed
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1½ tsp Thai curry paste
- 8 skinless chicken breasts
- sweet chilli sauce , to serve
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the lime juice, zest, coriander stalks, sugar, fish sauce, oil, garlic, ginger and curry paste together.
- Slice each chicken breasts into 4 strips lengthways and coat with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to half a day. Soak 32 wooden brochette sticks in water for at least half an hour.
- Thread each strip onto a wooden brochette stick, weaving in and out as if you’re sewing.
- Preheat the grill or barbecue and cook the chicken for 4 – 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through, in batches.
- Arrange on a platter. Serve with a pot of sweet chilli sauce and a sprinkling of coriander leaves.
Cook Time
10M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 8 as a starter, 16 as a canapé
Nutrition
- Calories: 153 calories
- Fat Content: 2.9 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.5 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 1.4 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 1.2 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 0.1 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 30.3 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.3 milligram of sodium
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