Best 9 Tropical Chicken On Sugarcane Skewers With Peanut Plantain Dipping Sauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the tropics, where flavors dance on your palate like vibrant hues in a Caribbean sunset. Our Tropical Chicken on Sugarcane Skewers, paired with the creamy richness of Peanut Plantain Dipping Sauce, is a symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy notes that will transport you to a tropical paradise. This delectable dish showcases the perfect harmony between juicy chicken, caramelized sugarcane, and a medley of tropical fruits, all grilled to smoky perfection. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of pineapple, mango, red bell pepper, and onion, which add a pop of color and a burst of freshness to each succulent bite. The Peanut Plantain Dipping Sauce, crafted with roasted peanuts, sweet plantains, and a hint of aromatic spices, elevates the chicken skewers to new heights of flavor, creating an irresistible combination that will leave you craving more. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the vibrant spirit of the tropics, leaving your taste buds mesmerized and your soul yearning for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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That peanut butter is relegated to the sandwich while sesame butter (tahini) is seen as an exotic food item is one of the wonderfully preposterous anomalies of American cooking. In the rest of the world, especially Asia, peanuts are special, used not only as a garnish but as a main ingredient in sauces. One such sauce incorporates coconut milk and classic Thai seasonings: curry paste or powder, nam pla, lime and cilantro. The coconut milk and peanuts make the mixture too powerful-tasting for most fish and too heavy for most meat. It is perfect, however, when teamed with chicken on the grill, especially boneless thighs.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup natural peanut butter, preferably chunky
1 tablespoon curry paste or curry powder, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup fresh or canned coconut milk, approximately
1 tablespoon nam pla or soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Start charcoal or gas grill or heat broiler; fire should be moderately hot, and rack should be at least 4 inches from heat. If using wood skewers, soak them in water.
  • Put peanut butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; add curry paste or powder, salt and enough coconut milk to achieve a creamy but quite thick consistency. Cook over low heat, whisking, until smooth; do not boil. Cool a bit, then stir in nam pla and lime juice.
  • Marinate chicken in this mixture for 5 minutes to an hour. Skewer chicken chunks, then grill or broil slowly, until nicely browned and cooked through, 10 minutes or longer. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and accompanied by lime.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 723, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 59 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 669 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TANGY TROPICAL CHICKEN



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In this colorful dish, exotic fruits such as mango and pineapple beautifully complement the chicken and lend a pleasant hint of sweetness that's balanced by a bit of soy sauce. -Christina Aho, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
2 cups chopped peeled mangoes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons Thai chili sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
Hot cooked rice and thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with mangoes, onion, red pepper and garlic. In a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice, orange juice, soy sauce, chili sauce and pepper; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours., Remove chicken mixture to a serving platter; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan. Bring juices to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with chicken mixture, rice and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 760mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds chicken tenders
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon allspice
Special equipment: bamboo skewers

Steps:

  • Combine peanut butter, stock, lime juice, soy sauce, hot chili flakes, cayenne and honey in a small saucepan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. When peanut butter has melted, season, to taste, with salt and pepper and remove from heat.
  • Preheat grill.
  • Skewer chicken tenders, brush both sides with oil and season with salt, pepper and allspice. Grill chicken until it is browned on both sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Serve with peanut sauce.

CHICKEN SATAY



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Chicken satay is an easy grilled chicken recipe that's perfect for a light meal or for party appetizers. Healthy and a crowd-pleaser!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Appetizer     Main Course

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch strips)
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free)
1/2 tablespoon fish sauce (or additional 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (from 2 small, juicy limes)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
5 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free)
2 teaspoons fish sauce (or additional 2 teaspoons soy sauce)
2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 1 small lime)
Chopped fresh cilantro (chopped unsalted roasted peanuts, and lime wedges, for serving)

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all of the marinade ingredients, except for the chicken: soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, honey, Sriracha, ginger, and garlic. Add the chicken, toss to coat, then cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 2 hours or overnight. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling. If using wooden skewers, soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the peanut sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the chicken broth, peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, fish sauce, Sriracha, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then let cook, stirring often, until the sauce is smooth and has thickened, about 6 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and set aside.
  • When ready to cook, preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high. Then thread the chicken onto skewers.
  • Grill chicken until cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Let rest for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro, then serve warm with peanut sauce and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 311 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g

PEANUT BUTTER CHICKEN SKEWERS



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"Most people associate peanut butter with snacks or desserts. This fantastic dish proves it also makes a mouthwatering sauce for chicken."-Jeanne Bennett, North Richland Hills, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 cups shredded red cabbage
Chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients; cook and stir over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until smooth. Reserve half of sauce for serving. Slice chicken lengthwise into 1-in. strips; thread onto 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers., Grill, uncovered, over medium-high heat for 2 minutes; turn and brush with sauce. Continue turning and basting for 4-6 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Place cabbage on a serving plate; top with chicken. Sprinkle with green onion. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 767mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHICKEN SATES WITH PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken     Appetizer     Low Cal     Peanut     Summer     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 32 satés

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 whole skinless boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
about thirty-two 7-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water to cover for 15 minutes
For the marinade:
3/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut
2 teaspoons chopped peeled fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup hot water
Dipping Sauce

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices, thread the slices lengthwise onto the skewers, and season them with salt and pepper.
  • Make the marinade:
  • In a blender blend together the coconut, the gingerroot, the curry powder, the lime juice, and the hot water until the mixture is smooth, strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on the solids, and let the marinade cool. The marinade may be made 2 days in advance and kept covered and chilled.
  • In a large shallow dish pour the marinade over the chicken, coating the chicken well, and let the chicken marinate, covered and chilled, for at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours. (Do not let the chicken marinate longer or the meat will break down.)
  • Make the dipping sauce.
  • Grill the chicken with the marinade clinging to it on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals for 1 1/2 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through, and serve the satés with the dipping sauce.

TROPICAL CHICKEN



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This hearty, colorful dish makes a convenient all-in-one meal. I serve it often, and my family never seems to get tired of it. They like the way the sweetness of the pineapple in this recipe balances the garlic and hot pepper. -Leah Johnson, Pearl City, Hawaii

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
3 cups fresh or canned pineapple chunks
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 hot red pepper (4-1/2 to 5 inches), seeded and chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound fresh snow peas
1 tablespoon minced chives
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons oil; remove and set aside. , In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, pineapple, water chestnuts, pineapple juice, hot pepper, salt and pepper. , Return chicken to the pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Add peas and chives; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until peas are tender and chicken juices run clear. Thicken pan juices if desired. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, gently stirring and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

TROPICAL GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST



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Living in South Florida, I get to enjoy a diverse culture, from all the Latin and Caribbean influence down here. Friends and family all enjoy this simple recipe, hope you do to . . .

Provided by DOLPHINROB13

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 47m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup orange juice
½ lime, juiced
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, honey, and red pepper flakes in a bowl, and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Top with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 85.6 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

CHICKEN SATAY SKEWERS



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Celebrate warmer breezes by sharing a tropical combo: Thai-inspired chicken skewers and a Pineapple-Rum Cocktail.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 to 8 ounces each), thinly sliced lengthwise into 12 strips
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Vegetable oil, for pan

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss chicken with sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon of the red-pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Thread each chicken strip lengthwise onto a skewer.
  • Make dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, vinegar, remaining 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, and 2 to 3 tablespoons water.
  • Heat grill pan over high. Working in batches, brush pan with oil, and cook chicken until opaque throughout, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Serve chicken skewers with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 14 g

Tips:

  • When selecting chicken thighs, opt for boneless, skinless ones to minimize prep time and ensure even cooking.
  • For a more pronounced smoky flavor, grill the chicken skewers over charcoal or a wood fire.
  • If you don't have sugarcane skewers, you can use bamboo skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  • To achieve a crispy texture on the chicken, make sure to brush it with the marinade frequently while grilling.
  • For a creamy and flavorful dipping sauce, ensure that the peanut butter is smooth and well combined with the other ingredients.
  • Feel free to adjust the spiciness of the dipping sauce by adding more or less chili pepper.
  • Serve the chicken skewers immediately after grilling, accompanied by the peanut plantain dipping sauce, to enjoy the dish at its best.

Conclusion:

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the tropics with this delectable recipe for Tropical Chicken on Sugarcane Skewers with Peanut Plantain Dipping Sauce. The tender chicken, infused with aromatic spices and grilled to perfection, pairs beautifully with the creamy and slightly spicy peanut plantain dipping sauce. As a complete meal or an appetizer, this dish promises a delightful culinary experience. Whether you're hosting a tropical-themed party or simply seeking a flavorful and exotic meal, this recipe will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise.

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