Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Grilled Chicken Skewers with Coconut Rice and Peanut Sauce, a delightful dish that brings together juicy marinated chicken and creamy coconut-infused rice. Perfect for summer gatherings, this recipe showcases tender skewers grilled to perfection and drizzled with a rich peanut sauce. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, it’s sure to impress at any dinner table. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or meal prepping for the week, this dish is versatile enough to cater to all tastes—swap chicken for tofu or veggies as desired. Enjoy the vibrant presentation and mouthwatering flavors that will leave your guests coming back for more!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook jasmine rice by combining it with coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan; bring to boil and simmer until tender.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until thoroughly cooked.
- Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sriracha (if using), and water to create the peanut sauce.
- Serve grilled skewers over coconut rice and drizzle generously with peanut sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For vegetarian options, substitute chicken with tofu or seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or chopped peanuts for added flavor. Adjust spiciness by adding more red pepper flakes or sriracha according to preference.