Honey Lime Chicken Skewers with Peppers
In short: Chicken thigh and bell pepper skewers with red onion, marinated in honey, lime and garlic, then grilled until charred at the edges. It takes about 37 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 25 min
- Cook
- 12 min
- Resting
- 1 h
- Total
- 37 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 380 kcal
Skewers are the easiest way to feed a group from a grill: everything cooks fast, and people serve themselves. This version alternates juicy chicken thigh pieces with sweet bell peppers and red onion, all coated in a marinade of lime juice, honey, garlic and a pinch of chili. The honey caramelizes at the edges for a smoky-sweet finish. Serve with rice, flatbread or a crisp salad, and extra lime.
Instructions
- Whisk the lime juice and zest, honey, oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt and chili flakes in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for 1 to 4 hours. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
- Heat the grill to medium-high and oil the grates.
- Thread the chicken, peppers and onion alternately onto 8 skewers, packing the pieces snugly but not tightly. Discard the leftover marinade.
- Grill for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until the chicken is charred at the edges and reads 74°C (165°F).
- Rest for 3 minutes, then scatter with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Tips
- Do not leave honey-marinated skewers over high direct heat. If they flare up, move them to a cooler part of the grill for the last few minutes.
- Cut the chicken, peppers and onion to the same size so everything cooks evenly. No grill? Broil the skewers on a rack for 10 to 12 minutes, turning once.
Questions and answers
Can I use chicken breast for skewers?
Yes, but cut it a little larger and watch the time, since breast dries out faster. Cook it until it just reaches 74°C (165°F).
Can I make the skewers ahead of time?
Yes. Marinate the chicken, thread the skewers and keep them covered in the fridge for up to 4 hours in total. Longer in the lime juice makes the chicken mushy.
Do I have to soak wooden skewers?
Soaking for 30 minutes slows burning. Metal skewers need no soaking and also heat the meat from the inside.
How long does it take to make Honey Lime Chicken Skewers with Peppers?
About 37 min in total: 25 min of preparation and 12 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Honey Lime Chicken Skewers with Peppers?
About 380 kcal per serving, with 36 g of protein, 22 g of carbohydrates and 16 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 380 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 36 g |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 16 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
