Spicy Grilled Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Pesto

Name: Spicy Grilled Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar; 1 teaspoon Chili Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1 cup Cilantro Leaves; 1/2 cups Chopped Parsley; 2 Tablespoons Peanuts; 2 Tablespoons Lime Juice; 1 clove Garlic, Peeled; 1/4 cups Olive Oil

Servings: persons

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
1/2 teaspoons Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 cup Cilantro Leaves
1/2 cups Chopped Parsley
2 Tablespoons Peanuts
2 Tablespoons Lime Juice
1 clove Garlic, Peeled
1/4 cups Olive Oil

1
Cut the chicken breasts into 2 inch cubes (and if you hate this step, be sweet to your butcher and he will do it for youand in my experience this has always been free.)
2
Combine the dry seasonings (sugar through salt) in a small bowl then rub it over the chicken cubes.
3
Either let the chicken marinate in the dry rub by placing it in the fridge for up to 12 hours or grill immediately.
4
Skewer the chicken cubes onto metal skewers or wooden skewers that have been soaked in water for at least 30 minutes.
5
Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
6
Grill the chicken on one side for 5 minutes, flip and grill for another 5 minutes.
7
Place chicken on top rack of the grill or over indirect heat and continue cooking for 5 more minutes.
8
Remove from grill.
9
To make the pesto: pulse the cilantro, parsley, peanuts, lime juice and garlic in a food processor until well minced.
10
Add the oil and blend until smooth.
11
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
Serve the grilled chicken with your favorite side dish, and pesto drizzled on top.

395

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar, 1 teaspoon Chili Powder, 1/2 teaspoons Pepper, and more.

Yes, Spicy Grilled Chicken Skewers with Cilantro Pesto 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!