Charcoal Chicken-Style Chicken Skewers

Name: Charcoal Chicken-Style Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 800 g boneless chicken thighs; shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion; 6-7 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 1/2 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tsp mustard powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp curry powder; 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; sauce of choice; flatbreads; seasoned rice

These charcoal chicken-style chicken skewers are packed with warm spices, lemon, and plenty of savory flavor. Marinated chicken thighs stay juicy and tender, whether you cook them in a pan or on the grill. Serve them with flatbreads, salad, and your favorite sauce for an easy, crowd-pleasing meal.

Servings10 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time20 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

boneless chicken thighs
800 g
shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion
olive oil
6 tbsp
lemon juice
2 tbsp
garlic powder
0.5 tbsp
onion powder
1 tbsp
paprika
1 tbsp
mustard powder
1 tsp
dried oregano
1 tsp
curry powder
0.5 tsp
kosher salt
0.3 tsp
black pepper
0.5 tsp
sauce of choice
flatbreads
seasoned rice

Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the marinade by mixing the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, mustard powder, dried oregano, curry powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until a thick paste forms.

Add the chicken thighs and toss well so every piece is evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or ideally 12 to 24 hours for the best flavor.

Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, dividing the pieces evenly. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes first to help prevent burning.

To cook on the stovetop, heat a large lightly oiled nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the skewers in batches for about 3 minutes per side, adjusting the heat as needed so the spices do not burn, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F (74°C).

To cook on a grill or barbecue, lightly oil the grates and preheat to medium or medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 3 to 4 minutes per side until charred in spots and fully cooked. Serve hot with flatbreads, shredded lettuce, tomato, red onion, seasoned rice, and a sauce of your choice.