Best 6 Coconut Curry Chicken Skewers Recipes

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Coconut curry chicken skewers are a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the rich and creamy taste of coconut milk with the savory and aromatic flavors of curry spices. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, having a cozy dinner party, or simply craving a taste of the tropics, these skewers are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. With their tender chicken, succulent vegetables, and vibrant sauce, coconut curry chicken skewers are a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.

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GRILLED THAI CURRY CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH COCONUT-PEANUT SAUCE



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From food writer Alice Currah, these grilled Thai curry chicken skewers are a crowd pleaser for all ages.

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar, packed
Zest of one lime
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
½ teaspoon salt
2½ - 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (13-oz) can coconut milk (do not use low fat)
¼ cup peanut butter
⅓ cup dark brown sugar, packed
1½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon red curry paste
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, from 2 limes
1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even ½-inch thickness between two pieces of wax or parchment paper. Cut the breasts into 1½" pieces and set aside.
  • Make the marinade by combining the soy sauce, dark brown sugar, lime zest, vegetable oil, garlic, curry powder, ginger, cardamom and salt in a large bowl. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and mix until chicken is evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Make the sauce by whisking together the coconut milk, peanut butter, brown sugar, soy sauce and red curry paste in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes. Add the fresh lime juice. Set aside.
  • Preheat the grill to high heat. Meanwhile, thread the chicken pieces onto skewers. Grease the grill. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10 minutes, turning once, or until the chicken is cooked through. Serve the chicken skewers with the Coconut-Peanut Sauce and lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547, Fat 29 g, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 52 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sugar 14 g, Fiber 2 g, Sodium 1106 mg, Cholesterol 152 mg

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN SKEWERS



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These small brochettes, about 2 ounces each, are perfect party food. Ideally they are grilled outdoors over coals, but also work fine on a stovetop cast iron grill or under the broiler. Threading each piece of meat onto two skewers, rather than one, keeps the meat from twirling and makes it easier to grill. (If using bamboo skewers, soak them in warm water for 15 minutes, so they won't catch fire.) The spicy curry sauce is used both as a marinade and a dipping sauce.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, skewers and kebabs, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts or thighs
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon turmeric, more for seasoning meat
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, more for seasoning meat
2 teaspoons garam masala
Zest and juice of 1 small lime
1 1/2 cups thick coconut milk
2 tablespoons grated ginger
3 tablespoons grated unsweetened coconut, fresh or frozen
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon yellow or black mustard seeds

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into flat 2-x-2-inch pieces. (You should have about 24 pieces.) Mix 1 tablespoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne. Use mixture to season chicken lightly on both sides.
  • To skewer, lay meat flat on cutting board. Thread meat onto two skewers spaced equidistant from center; do this first with one skewer, then the other. Put three pieces of chicken onto each set of skewers, for eight brochettes total.
  • In a blender, put 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, garam masala, lime zest and juice, coconut milk, ginger and grated coconut. Blend to obtain a smooth sauce. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Put oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them pop (this only takes a few seconds). Pour oil and seeds into the coconut curry mixture and stir.
  • Lay brochettes on a tray in one layer. Spoon 8 tablespoons curry mixture over chicken and spread to cover evenly on both sides. (Save remaining sauce.) Leave at room temperature for 1 hour, or refrigerate several hours, then bring to room temperature.
  • Grill over medium-hot fire for about 3 minutes per side (longer if using thighs), until meat feels firm when poked with a finger. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 220, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 326 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CURRY CHICKEN SKEWERS



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h18m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Wooden skewers
2 pounds boneless chicken breast, cut into chunks
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons minced lemongrass
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1/4 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
Steamed white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, add the chicken and all the remaining ingredients and mix well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Remove the chicken from the marinade and thread onto the wooden skewers.
  • Preheat the grill to medium.
  • Put the skewers on the grill. Cook for 2 to 4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skewers to a serving platter and serve with white rice.

COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken, medium white onion, fresh scallion, garlic, fresh cilantro, curry powder, fresh thyme, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, oil, medium white onion, garlic, curry powder, fresh scallion, coconut milk, pepper, chicken broth, fresh cilantro

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 lb chicken, cubed
¼ medium white onion, diced
¼ cup fresh scallion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons curry powder
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons oil
½ medium white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons curry powder
¼ cup fresh scallion, chopped
13.5 oz coconut milk, 1 can
pepper, to taste
1 ½ cups chicken broth
fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken with the onion, scallions, garlic, cilantro, curry powder, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix and let marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering, and add the onion and garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Add the curry powder and stir well, cooking for 3-4 minutes more.
  • Add the scallions and coconut milk, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook for 8-10 minutes, until the coconut milk is boiling and begins to thicken.
  • Add the marinated chicken and stir well. Cook the chicken for 5 minutes, or until starting to brown. Season with pepper.
  • Add the chicken broth to the pot and stir.
  • Bring to a rolling boil and cover the pot. Simmer for 30 minutes, until the sauce thickens into a gravy.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 72 grams, Sugar 3 grams

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN



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A nice zippy chicken curry balanced out by the sweetness of coconut milk. This recipe is very basic and easy to customize to your taste. I have added hearts of palm, bamboo shoots, pineapple, mushrooms, onions or shallots...have fun with it!

Provided by Faith

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon curry paste, or more to taste
⅓ cup chicken broth
½ cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound the chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat, and pan-fry the chicken breasts until the meat is no longer pink, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken breasts to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium; stir the green onions and curry paste into the skillet, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Pour the broth into the skillet, and scrape up and dissolve any brown flavor bits in the skillet with a spoon. Bring the mixture to a full boil, and cook until the mixture has thickened into a glaze, about 10 minutes; pour in the coconut milk, bring back to a boil, and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Mix the lime juice into the sauce, and stir in any juices that have collected from the chicken. Return the chicken breasts to the pan, spoon sauce over the chicken, and simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 475.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

GRILLED CURRY CHICKEN SKEWERS



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Another recipe "stolen" from the Cambodian grandmother of a former student of mine. These are very similar to a dish served at a local Cambodian restaurant. At the restaurant you can also get it as an entree with rice. Prep time doesn't include marinating.

Provided by DeeCooks

Categories     Curries

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb chicken tenders or 1 lb chicken breast, cut into long strips
3 garlic cloves, minced
12 stalks green onions, minced (depending on size...I've found the huge ones we get here in CA it's sometimes six.)
2 tablespoons fresh lemongrass, minced (I've found a great pureed lemongrass in a tube product(also other herbs, but I keep them in the free)
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon honey or 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl or ziplock bag, put chicken meat, garlic, onion, lemon grass, curry powder, sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, paprika, black pepper and water, mix well, add vegetable oil, mix well.
  • Refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours.).
  • When ready to cook, skewer chicken meat with soaked wooden skewers and cook on grill with low heat till both sides are golden brown. (About ten minutes--too long and the chicken will be sawdust dry.).
  • Serve hot as appetizer with mango salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.5, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 566.7, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.8, Protein 28.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh coconut milk, vegetables, and chicken will give your skewers the best flavor.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in the curry paste for at least 30 minutes will help it to absorb the flavors.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Baste the chicken with the curry sauce: This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the skewers with your favorite dipping sauce: Some popular choices include peanut sauce, sweet and sour sauce, or soy sauce.

Conclusion:

Coconut curry chicken skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be easily customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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