Snow-Covered Coconut Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-18 · Updated 2026-05-18

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Grilled chicken skewers coated in a light coconut marinade and finished with a dusting of toasted coconut flakes. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, coconut milk, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tbsp lime juice
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut
6, soaked in water 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup coconut milk, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt to form the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1 pound of 1-inch chicken thigh pieces to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
Step 4: Thread the marinated chicken pieces evenly onto 6 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 5: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until the chicken is cooked through with a slight char, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 6: Remove from grill and immediately sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut over the hot chicken skewers to mimic snow-covered peaks before serving.