Thai chicken skewers

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Thai chicken skewers
20 min.
8
285kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your next meal with a zesty and flavorful dish? Our Thai chicken skewers are the perfect choice for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner that's sure to impress your family and friends. Bursting with the fresh flavors of lime, coriander, and aromatic spices, these skewers are not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also quick and easy to prepare, making them an ideal option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

The marinade is the star of this dish, blending tangy lime juice, fragrant garlic, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, creating a deliciously balanced flavor profile. Each bite of tender chicken strip is infused with the essence of Thai cuisine, enhanced by the warmth of ginger and the depth of Thai curry paste. And with only a few easy steps, you can marinate your chicken ahead of time, allowing those vibrant flavors to meld beautifully.

As you grill these succulent skewers, the tantalizing aroma will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite. Serve them hot off the grill, accompanied by a pot of sweet chili sauce and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, for a delightful finish. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a dish that not only satisfies your cravings but also tantalizes your taste buds. So, fire up the grill and get ready to serve up a splendor of flavors that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  •  juice of lime 
  • bunch cilantro leaves chopped
  • 1.5 tsp sugar 
  • 0.8 tsp fish sauce 
  • tbsp canola oil 
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • tsp ginger paste 
  • 1.5 tsp curry paste 
  •  chicken breast skinless
  • servings chilli sauce sweet

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • grill

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix the lime juice, zest, coriander stalks, sugar, fish sauce, oil, garlic, ginger and curry paste together.
  2. Slice each chicken breasts into 4 strips lengthways and coat with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to half a day. Soak 32 wooden brochette sticks in water for at least half an hour.
  3. Thread each strip onto a wooden brochette stick, weaving in and out as if youre sewing.
  4. Preheat the grill or barbecue and cook the chicken for 4 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through, in batches.
  5. Arrange on a platter.
  6. Serve with a pot of sweet chilli sauce and a sprinkling of coriander leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories285kcal
Protein70.4%
Fat25.32%
Carbs4.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.51
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
21.27130438193%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.35mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:284.99kcal
14.25%
Fat:7.7g
11.85%
Saturated Fat:1.44g
9.01%
Carbohydrates:2.93g
0.98%
Net Carbohydrates:2.79g
1.01%
Sugar:1.62g
1.8%
Cholesterol:144.64mg
48.21%
Sodium:317.44mg
13.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.16g
96.32%
Vitamin B3:23.62mg
118.11%
Selenium:72.51µg
103.58%
Vitamin B6:1.71mg
85.57%
Phosphorus:478.37mg
47.84%
Vitamin B5:3.25mg
32.5%
Potassium:863.6mg
24.67%
Magnesium:61.39mg
15.35%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.6%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.04%
Vitamin C:7.8mg
9.45%
Zinc:1.34mg
8.92%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.58%
Vitamin A:290.57IU
5.81%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.3%
Iron:0.91mg
5.05%
Vitamin K:4.9µg
4.67%
Copper:0.07mg
3.49%
Folate:11.47µg
2.87%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.74%
Calcium:16.99mg
1.7%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%