Marinated oven-baked chicken skewers recipe
Tender chicken skewers marinated in orange and cilantro marinade are so easy to make and sooo delicious. Served with some salad or freshly cooked rice, they make a perfect weeknight family dinner.
Servings: 10 skewers
Equipment
- 10 wooden or metal skewers
Ingredients
- 1 kilogram boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves (coriander)
- 1/4 cup orange juice freshly squeezed if possible
- 2 garlic cloves peeled and grated
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Skewers: If using bamboo or wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
- Make Marinade: In a large bowl, combine chopped cilantro leaves, sugar, orange juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and white vinegar. Mix well to create the marinade. (This marinade can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for 2-3 days.)1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, mix, and let them marinate for 10 minutes before threading them onto the skewers.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and parchment paper. Ensure there is just enough parchment paper to accommodate the chicken skewers without crowding.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the marinated chicken skewers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each skewer to ensure even cooking.
- Bake: Cook for 15 minutes, turning the skewers at the 10-minute mark. Turn on the broiler function of the oven. Position the baking sheet under the broiler and broil the chicken until browned, for approximately 1 minute.
- Enjoy!
Notes
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- Ensure the parchment paper doesn't hang over the edges or touch the oven walls to prevent burning.
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- You can marinate the chicken for 10 minutes or overnight.
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- Don't forget to soak the wooden skewers before using them.
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- The cooking time might vary depending on your oven temperature, so please make sure to keep an eye on the chicken. It is cooked through when the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
