Description
These Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers are bursting with flavor from a delicious marinade and a coconut cream glaze. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner, these skewers are sure to impress!
Ingredients
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For the Marinade
- 4–5 slices fresh ginger (approx. 2 tablespoons)
- 2 cloves garlic (approx. 1 ½ tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
For the Coconut Cream Glaze
- 2 tablespoons coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
For the Peanut Sauce (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons coconut cream
- ¼ cup unsweetened natural peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chili oil (optional)
- Crushed peanuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken – Finely chop the garlic and ginger or use a food processor. Combine with soy sauces, coconut cream, sugar, and oyster sauce in a bowl. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Prepare Skewers – Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.
- Grill the Chicken – Preheat grill to medium-high (around 500°F / 260°C). Grill skewers for 15–18 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked with a nice char.
- Apply the Glaze – While grilling, mix the glaze ingredients in a small bowl. Brush onto the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking for a glossy, caramelized finish.
- Make the Peanut Sauce (Optional) – Combine all peanut sauce ingredients in a bowl and stir until smooth. Adjust consistency with water as needed.
- Serve – Serve chicken skewers hot with peanut sauce on the side. Garnish with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro, if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers, Chicken Skewers Recipe, Coconut Chicken Skewers, Thai Chicken Skewers
