Sunday, April 12, 2015

Healthy Tai Coconut Chili Chicken Skewers




These are so good and perfect for the upcoming spring/summer weather.  Can't you just picture sitting on your patio or deck with tiki torches lit; family and friends sitting around the table with the faint sounds of the radio in the backgroun?  Oh....I know you can!  These will help.  

Gluten Free, Dairy Free.  Perfect!

Serves 4-6

Ingredients

8 chicken boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-2-inch cubes
2 limes, juiced and zested
1 cup light coconut milk
1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon shallots, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
freshly ground pepper, to taste
fresh cilantro, garnish
skewers
Directions

In a large bowl, whisk together coconut milk, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, garlic powder, chili flakes, shallots, curry powder, soy sauce, ginger, lime juice and zest, salt and pepper (if using) until smooth.
Transfer mixture to a large, re-sealable plastic bag and add cubed chicken.  Seal bag and refrigerate for 2-4 hours, or overnight.  Once chicken has had a chance to marinate, thread meat onto skewers and set remaining marinade aside.  Heat your grill or griddle to medium-high heat and cook skewers, rotating frequently and brushing with marinade, until completely cooked through.

Transfer skewers to serving plates, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately! 


Calories: 220
Carbs: 6.4 g
Fat: 5.4 g
Protein: 26.8
Sodium: 761.2 mg
Sugar: 2.6 g


Image and recipe source:  12tomatoes.com

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