Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in chili and lime, served with a cooling cilantro yogurt sauce for a perfect summer appetizer or meal. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 52 minutes pairs red chili powder, ground cumin, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 clove garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp honey

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
3. Step 3: Grill chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until charred at edges and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the cilantro yogurt sauce by mixing 1/2 cup Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl.
5. Step 5: Serve the hot grilled chicken skewers with the cilantro yogurt sauce alongside for dipping.