Juicy, Fragrant, and Packed with Bold Thai Flavors—Ready in 30 Minutes!
These Thai-inspired coconut chicken skewers are marinated in a creamy, spicy-sweet coconut sauce, grilled to perfection, and served with a zingy peanut-lime dipping sauce. Perfect for summer BBQs, meal prep, or a quick weeknight dinner!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Explosion of Thai flavors – Coconut milk, lime, ginger, and chili
✔ Tender & juicy – Thanks to the coconut milk marinade
✔ Grill or oven-friendly – Works even without a grill
✔ Keto & gluten-free – Naturally low-carb
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the Chicken & Marinade
1.5 lbs (700g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
½ cup coconut milk (full-fat for best flavor)
2 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce for GF)
2 tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar
1 tbsp lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp turmeric (for color)
½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
For the Peanut-Lime Dipping Sauce
¼ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
2 tbsp coconut milk
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
½ tsp sriracha (optional)
Water (as needed to thin)
For Serving
Fresh cilantro & lime wedges
Crushed peanuts
Steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice