Tropical Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers for a Flavor Escape

Experience a mini-vacation with these Tropical Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers, packed with vibrant flavors and perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 skewers

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 270

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

2 tablespoons fresh ginger grated
3 cloves garlic minced
1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce omit if lighter flavor is desired
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey/coconut sugar
1 fresh lime juice from one fresh lime
to taste salt
to taste pepper

For the Skewers

1 pound chicken dark meat preferred; firm tofu for vegetarians
8-10 skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes

Equipment

Grill
Mixing Bowl
skewers

Method

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, whisk together ginger, garlic, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, coconut milk, brown sugar, and lime juice.
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate them in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Skewer marinated chicken pieces on soaked skewers.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat; oil the grates lightly.
Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over skewers before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 4gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Always check the internal temperature to ensure food safety.

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