Lime Salsa Chicken Skewers With Cilantro Creme Sauc

Name: Lime Salsa Chicken Skewers With Cilantro Creme Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks; 2 large limes, juice of (apx. 1/2 cup); 4 tablespoons very dry sherry; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon oregano; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained; 2 scallions, sliced (green onion); ½ cup sliced ripe olives; 6 tablespoons marinade, reserved above; 2 tablespoons jalapenos (seeded, deveined, and chopped); 2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped; 2 tablespoons mint, fresh, chopped; 2 tablespoons almonds, slivered, toasted; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon sour cream; 12-⅔ cup green tomatillo salsa (Pace & Victoria are good); 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon celery salt; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 bunch cilantro leaf, fresh chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 red bell peppers, seeded lg. chunk; 2 onions, peeled, quartered

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
2 large limes, juice of (apx. 1/2 cup)
4 tablespoons very dry sherry
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
2 scallions, sliced (green onion)
½ cup sliced ripe olives
6 tablespoons marinade, reserved above
2 tablespoons jalapenos (seeded, deveined, and chopped)
2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped
2 tablespoons mint, fresh, chopped
2 tablespoons almonds, slivered, toasted
½ teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon sour cream
12-⅔ cup green tomatillo salsa (Pace & Victoria are good)
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon celery salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 bunch cilantro leaf, fresh chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 red bell peppers, seeded lg. chunk
2 onions, peeled, quartered

1
Chicken & Marinade: In a large Zip-Lock bag, make the marinade by mixing together the lime juice, sherry, oil, oregano, and garlic salt.
2
Remove three Tablespoons of marinade; set aside.
3
Add chicken to the remaining marinade, turning to coat.
4
Marinate chicken in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
5
Soak wooden skewers in hot water at least 30 minutes.
6
Salsa: In a bowl, mix all ingredients well, and chill for an hour or more before serving.
7
Cilantro Creme Sauce:.
8
Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
9
Blend until smooth and creamy.
10
Place in a serving bowl, chill a few hours or overnight.
11
Skewers: Toss bell peppers and onion quarters in with marinating chicken for last 30 minutes.
12
Starting and ending with red bell pepper, make 7-8 skewers.
13
Place the skewers chicken on grill with rack about 8 inches from heat source.
14
Brush the heated marinade over chicken.
15
Grill, turning and basting frequently with marinade, about 16 - 20 minutes, or until chicken is fork-tender.
16
Arrange skewers on the platter, with cilantro cream sauce underneath, and salsa on top.

617

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks, 2 large limes, juice of (apx. 1/2 cup), 4 tablespoons very dry sherry, 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Lime Salsa Chicken Skewers With Cilantro Creme Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lime Salsa Chicken Skewers With Cilantro Creme Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions