Chicken-Apricot Skewers

Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Chicken-Apricot Skewers
45 min.
6
378kcal

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Are you ready to take your taste buds on a delightful journey with our deliciously unique Chicken-Apricot Skewers? This gluten-free dish is not only a perfect blend of savory and sweet, but it also adds a vibrant splash of color to your dining table. Whether you’re preparing for a casual lunch, an inviting dinner, or a special gathering, these skewers are sure to impress your guests and family alike.

Imagine tender, marinated chunks of chicken paired with succulent apricot halves that caramelize beautifully on the grill. Each bite not only offers juicy flavors but also a delightful crunch, thanks to coarsely chopped peanuts. The aromatic marinade, made from fresh cilantro, garlic, and hints of spicy jalapeño, elevates the dish to new heights. Add the cool and creamy touch of plain Greek yogurt on the side, and you have a recipe that strikes the right balance between indulgence and freshness.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a vibrant main course that serves six, making it ideal for any occasion. The perfect combination of protein-packed chicken, naturally sweet apricots, and a hint of lime brings a taste of summer any time of year. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and let’s get started bringing this mouthwatering delight to life!

Ingredients

  • 12 small apricots firm pitted ripe halved
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves loosely packed for garnish ()
  • 0.3 cup roasted peanuts unsalted coarsely chopped
  •  garlic clove 
  • tablespoons jalapeno with seeds f heat) coarsely chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
  • teaspoons brown sugar light packed ()
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh ( 2 limes)
  • servings lime wedges 
  • 0.5 cup greek yogurt plain
  • pound chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into twenty-four 1" chunks
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 0.8 cup coconut milk light unsweetened canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Purée first 6 ingredients and 3/4 teaspoon salt ina blender until smooth.
  2. Add 1/4 cup cilantroleaves and jalapeño and blend brieflyto combine.
  3. Transfer 1/2 cup marinade toa small bowl; cover and chill for serving(return to room temperature before using).
  4. Place remaining marinade in a resealableplastic bag; add chicken, seal bag, andturn to coat. Chill for at least 3 hours orovernight (the longer it marinates, the moreflavorful it will be).
  5. Build a medium-hot fire in a charcoalgrill, or heat a gas grill to high. Holding2 skewers parallel to each other and 1/2"apart, thread 1 piece of chicken ontoskewers, then 1 apricot half. Repeat with1 more chicken piece and 1 more apricothalf (using 2 skewers helps hold the meatand fruit together, preventing them fromtwirling around when skewers are turned onthe grill). Repeat with remaining skewers,chicken, and apricots for a total of 12, eachholding 2 pieces of chicken and 2 apricothalves. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Brushapricots with some marinade from bag;discard remaining marinade.
  7. Grill skewers on one side until chickenis well browned, 3-4 minutes. Turn andgrill until other side is well browned, 3-4minutes longer. Move to a cooler part ofgrill. Cover grill and cook until chicken iscooked through, about 2 minutes longer.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter; sprinkle withcilantro sprigs and peanuts and drizzle withreserved marinade.
  9. Serve with lime wedgesalongside for squeezing over.

Nutrition Facts

Calories378kcal
Protein24.94%
Fat55.94%
Carbs19.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.61
Glycemic Load
3.37
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.325652018837%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.57mg
Epicatechin
3.32mg
Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
1.33mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.44mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.54kcal
18.88%
Fat:24.59g
37.83%
Saturated Fat:9.78g
61.15%
Carbohydrates:18.9g
6.3%
Net Carbohydrates:14.99g
5.45%
Sugar:11.98g
13.31%
Cholesterol:72.65mg
24.22%
Sodium:488.99mg
21.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.67g
49.34%
Vitamin B3:8.77mg
43.85%
Manganese:0.84mg
42.07%
Selenium:22.21µg
31.72%
Phosphorus:311.52mg
31.15%
Vitamin A:1472.08IU
29.44%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.26%
Magnesium:86.21mg
21.55%
Vitamin C:17.58mg
21.31%
Vitamin E:2.99mg
19.91%
Potassium:673.25mg
19.24%
Copper:0.32mg
16.12%
Fiber:3.91g
15.63%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.44%
Vitamin B5:1.54mg
15.41%
Zinc:2.28mg
15.2%
Folate:44.36µg
11.09%
Iron:1.97mg
10.95%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.46%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.01%
Vitamin K:7.84µg
7.46%
Calcium:62.15mg
6.22%
Source:Epicurious