Grilled Tiki Chicken Skewers
Marinated chicken brushed with coconut-lime glaze, grilled to perfection and served with charred veggies for a savory-sweet island twist. This tropical-inspired quick meals ready in about 50 minutes pairs cubed chicken breast, coconut milk, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs cubed chicken breast
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 red diced bell pepper
- 1 cup diced zucchini
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup coconut milk, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Add 1.5 lbs cubed chicken breast and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken and 1 cup diced zucchini onto skewers.
- Step 3: Grill for 5-6 minutes per side until chicken is fully cooked and zucchini is charred. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Tiki Chicken Skewers take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (30 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Tiki Chicken Skewers?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cubed chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Tiki Chicken Skewers?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Tiki Chicken Skewers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Tiki Chicken Skewers?
Tropical quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
