Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 2 pounds
- Lime: 1 pound
- Ginger: 3 ounces
- Garlic: 1 head
- Olive oil: 1/2 cup
- Salt and pepper: To taste
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes): 32
Preparation Time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking Time:
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty Level:
- 2/5
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large bowl.
- Zest and juice the limes. Finely mince the ginger and garlic.
- Add the lime zest, juice, ginger, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the chicken bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Thread the chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers.
- If using an outdoor grill, preheat to medium-high heat. If using a stovetop grill pan, preheat over medium heat.
- Grill the chicken kabobs for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 15g
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and flavorful chicken with a zesty lime-ginger marinade
- Rich and creamy peanut sauce
- Easy to make and perfect for a crowd or party
User Comments:
- "These chicken kabobs were so juicy and delicious! The lime-ginger marinade was perfect, and the peanut sauce was the perfect complement."
- "I made these for a barbecue and they were a huge hit! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them."
- "These kabobs were a great way to use up leftover chicken. They were quick and easy to make, and the peanut sauce was really flavorful."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
- If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken kabobs in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- To make the peanut sauce, combine 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth.