These Mediterranean Red Thai Curry Chicken Skewers have a spicy and flavorful texture. We prepare these skewers with chicken breast, Thai red curry paste, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, olive oil, lemon juice, bell peppers, onions, and fresh herbs. These chicken skewers have approximately 285 calories and 9 g of total carbs. We prepare them in about 35 minutes. These Mediterranean Red Thai Curry Chicken Skewers are ideal for family dinners, summer barbecues, lunch, dinner parties, meal prep, and Mediterranean-inspired meals. You can refrigerate the cooked skewers for 4 days and freeze them for 3 months. You can serve these skewers with Greek cucumber tomato salad, lemon herb rice, grilled zucchini, tzatziki sauce, or mediterranean chickpea salad.
STATS:
- Course: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- No. of Calories: 285 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Thai-Mediterranean
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Portion size: 2 skewers
- Method of Cooking: Grill
- Overall Yields: 4
- Level of Difficulty: Easy
- Overall Duration: 35 minutes
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Spoons
- Skewers
- Grill
- Tongs
INGREDIENTS:
- 1½ lb chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- â…“ cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- One red bell pepper
- Parsley, one tbsp.
- One red onion
- 1 tbsp cilantro
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Lemon wedges
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN BREAST:
- For a soft texture and lean protein, we utilize chicken breasts. You can substitute boneless chicken thighs for juicier skewers.
THAI RED CURRY PASTE:
- We use red curry paste to provide spicy, aromatic flavor. You can use mild curry paste to reduce the heat.
COCONUT MILK:
- We use coconut milk to create a creamy marinade. You can substitute plain Greek yogurt, although the flavor and texture will change.
OLIVE OIL:
- We use olive oil to add richness and Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Avocado oil is a suitable alternative.
GARLIC AND GINGER:
- We use garlic and ginger to provide aromatic flavor. As a different choice, you might utilize garlic powder & ground ginger.
LEMON JUICE:
- We use lemon juice to brighten the marinade. Lime juice is another good option.
HONEY:
- We use honey to balance the spicy curry flavor. You can substitute maple syrup or omit it.
BELL PEPPER AND RED ONION:
- We use bell pepper and onion to add sweetness, color, and freshness. You can substitute yellow peppers, zucchini, or white onion.
PARSLEY AND CILANTRO:
We use fresh herbs to add freshness and flavor. You can use either herb according to your preference.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the black pepper, red curry paste, salt, coconut milk, paprika, olive oil, coriander, garlic, ginger, honey, and lemon juice.
- Include the chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for almost fifteen minutes.
- Thread the chicken, bell pepper, & onion onto skewers.
- We warm the grill and gently oil the surface.
- Grill the skewers for almost twelve minutes till the chicken becomes 74°Celcius.
- Sprinkle lemon wedges, fresh parsley, and cilantro.
- Serve these chicken skewers warm with your favorite sides.
TIPS:
- Make equal-sized pieces of the chicken for uniform cooking.
- You could marinate the chicken for more than four hours for additional flavor.
- Include the cherry tomatoes or zucchini for additional veggies.
- Immerse the wooden skewers in water for twenty minutes and then grill.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH SALADS:
- Greek Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Cucumber Feta Salad
- Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad
MEDITERRANEAN GRAINS:
- Lemon Herb Rice
- Mediterranean Couscous
- Quinoa Salad
- Brown Rice Pilaf
GRILLED VEGETABLES:
- Grilled Zucchini
- Roasted Broccoli
- Grilled Bell Peppers
- Lemon Herb Asparagus
DIPS AND SAUCES:
- Tzatziki Sauce
- Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Cucumber Mint Dip
- Creamy Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
LIGHT SIDES:
- Whole-Wheat Pita Bread
- Cauliflower Rice
- Fresh Vegetable Sticks
- Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cooked chicken and refrigerate for 3 days at 4°Celcius.
FREEZER:
- Store the cooked chicken for 3 months.
FAQs:
Will we prepare these chicken skewers?
- Yes, you can bake these chicken skewers at 220°Celcius for approximately eighteen minutes, till the chicken is completely cooked.
Are these chicken skewers spicier?
- Yes, they contain a moderately spicy flavor. You can utilize mild red curry paste for less spice.
May we prepare the chicken beforehand?
- It is possible to marinade the chicken in the fridge for over four hours.
Can we use chicken thighs?
- Yes, boneless chicken thighs work well and provide a juicier texture.
Which veggies could we include?
- You can use yellow bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms.
May we cook these skewers by air frying?
- Yes, you can cook them at 193° Celcius for approximately ten minutes.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Proteins: 37 g
Caloric Content: 285 kcal
Net Carbs: 7 g
Sodium: 550 mg
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 4 g
Fats: 11 g
Portion Size: 2 skewers with vegetables
Total Carbs: 9 g