Grilled Chicken Skewers (Anticuchos De Pollo)

Name: Grilled Chicken Skewers (Anticuchos De Pollo)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1/4 cup mild chili pepper, paste (aji panca, if available); 1/2 cup vinegar, divided; 1 tablespoon salt (or to your taste); 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper; 4 chicken breast halves (boneless, skinless); 1 red bell pepper; 1 large red onion; 15 large mushrooms (whole); 1/2 cup vegetable oil; wooden skewer, soaked in water for 1 hour (15 skewers)

Servings: persons

12 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon cumin
1/4 cup mild chili pepper, paste (aji panca, if available)
1/2 cup vinegar, divided
1 tablespoon salt (or to your taste)
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
4 chicken breast halves (boneless, skinless)
1 red bell pepper
1 large red onion
15 large mushrooms (whole)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
wooden skewer, soaked in water for 1 hour (15 skewers)

1
Mash the garlic with a mortar and pestle or garlic press. Add a little water if necessary to make a paste. Make the marinade in a bowl, mixing the crushed garlic, 1/4 cup of the vinegar, 1/4 cup chile pepper paste, 1 tablespoons cumin, 1 tbsp salt, and 2 teaspoons black pepper.
2
Cut the chicken breasts into 1 inch by 2 inch cubes. Place chicken pieces in bowl with the marinade and stir well. Marinate the chicken at least one hour or overnight in the refrigerator for best flavor.
3
Peel the onion and cut into 1 inch wedges. Remove the seeds and the white part of the bell pepper and cut into 1 inch chunks. Place the chicken and vegetable pieces on the wooden skewers, alternating them.
4
Make a basting mixture of 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup vinegar and a pinch of cumin.
5
Prepare the grill and grill chicken skewers for 5 minutes on each side. Baste several times during cooking.
6
Check doneness by cutting into a piece of chicken. If still pink on the inside, continue to grill checking frequently. Do not overcook.
7
Remove from the grill and serve with rice and grilled corn on the cob.

1002

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1/4 cup mild chili pepper, paste (aji panca, if available), 1/2 cup vinegar, divided, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken Skewers (Anticuchos De Pollo) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!