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Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers for a Tropical Feast

Delight in these Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers, combining tender chicken with a creamy coconut marinade and fresh lime for a vibrant tropical flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger grated
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce optional
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey/coconut sugar
  • 1 lime fresh lime juice squeezed
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Skewers
  • 1 pound chicken dark meat preferred
  • as needed skewers soaked in water

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Bowl
  • whisk
  • skewers
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ginger, garlic, soy sauces, coconut milk, brown sugar, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a resealable bag or bowl. Pour marinade over chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Lightly oil grill grates.
  5. Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes on each side until charred and chicken reaches 165°F.
  6. Remove from grill, let rest, squeeze fresh lime juice over, and serve.

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor; avoid overcrowding skewers; use thermometer for safety.