Zesty Lime Chicken Skewers
Delight in juicy chicken skewers infused with a zesty lime marinade and served with a cilantro dipping sauce. Perfect for grill or oven bakes!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3.5 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 20 bamboo skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Dipping Sauce
- 1 cup yogurt
- 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 lime zest and juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss until well coated.
- Thread marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers evenly.
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- For the dipping sauce, combine yogurt, cilantro, lime zest and juice, and honey in a small bowl. Mix well and serve chilled with the chicken skewers.
Notes
Serve these skewers with a side of fresh vegetables or as toppings in a pita wrap for a delightful meal.