**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Thailand through these delectable chicken appetizer skewers.**
Prepared with succulent chicken marinated in a symphony of Thai flavors, these skewers offer a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. Grilled to perfection, the chicken is complemented by an array of vibrant vegetables, including colorful bell peppers and crisp onions, adding a delightful crunch and visual appeal. Served with a trio of dipping sauces – a creamy peanut sauce, a tangy sweet chili sauce, and a refreshing cucumber sauce – these skewers promise an explosion of flavors in every bite. Whether you're hosting a lively party or seeking a delectable appetizer to elevate your next meal, these Thai chicken appetizer skewers are sure to impress.
THAI CHICKEN APPETIZER SKEWERS
This is a nutty, spicy, and citrus-fresh chicken recipe that lets you treat your family and guests to a delicious range of Thai flavors!
Provided by Feast Your Eyes
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Rinse chicken; pat dry with paper towels. Slice chicken crosswise into 3-inch-wide strips, 1/4-inch to 3/8-inch thick; place in a shallow glass dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the marinade ingredients; pour over the chicken and toss well to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 2 hours. Stir mixture occasionally.
- Prepare grill for direct cooking; brush rack with vegetable or peanut oil.
- Meanwhile, combine the dipping sauce ingredients (except the chopped peanuts) in a small saucepan. Cook and stir (constantly) over medium heat - Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 2 to 4 minutes or until slightly thickened, smooth and bubbly. Keep warm in a small serving bowl; garnish with chopped peanuts just before serving.
- Drain chicken; reserve the marinade. Thread the chicken strips, accordion-style, onto twelve 6-inch metal skewers.
- Transfer skewered chicken to prepared rack of uncovered grill. Grill directly over medium coals 8 to 10 minutes or until the chicken is tender and no longer pink. (DO NOT OVERCOOK!) Turn once, halfway through grilling time, and brush often with the reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Discard remaining marinade.
- Serve immediately on skewers with the warm peanut sauce for dipping.
EASY THAI CHICKEN SKEWERS
These succulent spicy Easy Thai Chicken Skewers are quick to prepare, and they're paleo too!
Provided by Elaine
Categories Dinner Entrée/Main Dish
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- If using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix all marinade ingredients together.
- Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes or strips and thread onto skewers. (Alternatively, you can marinate the chicken first and thread onto skewers just before grilling.)
- Put chicken pieces in a shallow dish, pour marinade over top and turn chicken pieces to make sure all are coated or submerged. Let marinate for at least an hour in the refrigerator
- Grill over medium heat, turning after 7 minutes. Grill on the other side until chicken is no longer pink and the internal temperature of the thickest parts registers 165°F.
- Add a squeeze of lime and serve with lime quarters. Delicious over Never-Fail Thai Coconut Rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 1754 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your skewers taste their best. Look for chicken breasts that are plump and juicy, and use a variety of fresh vegetables.
- Marinate the chicken. Marinating the chicken in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs will help to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Skewer the chicken and vegetables. Use wooden or metal skewers to skewer the chicken and vegetables. Be sure to leave a little space between each piece so that they cook evenly.
- Cook the skewers over medium heat. Cook the skewers over medium heat until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Be careful not to overcook the chicken, or it will become dry and tough.
- Serve the skewers with a dipping sauce. Serve the skewers with a dipping sauce of your choice. Some popular dipping sauces for chicken skewers include peanut sauce, hoisin sauce, and sweet and sour sauce.
Conclusion:
These Thai Chicken Appetizer Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make these skewers at home. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy appetizer, give these Thai Chicken Appetizer Skewers a try.
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