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    Beer Lime Chicken Skewers

    Updated: Nov 18, 2019 · Published: Aug 30, 2016 by Andrea

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    Skewer recipes are perfect for summer time grilling - These tasty Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are packed with vibrant aromatic flavors and super easy to make ahead.

    Definitely one of my go-to grill recipes -These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are ridiculously easy to put together, and a great way to entertain guests at your next BBQ party. I mean, what's better than the Beer + Skewers + BBQ combo?!

    Juicy, tender, tangy, crispy, deliciously savory. These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are a light but tasty addition to any BBQ party. And quick enough to be made during the work week for an easy fuss-free dinner option. Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com

    These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers take no time at all. All you need is 7 simple ingredients: chicken breast, chili pepper, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, hot/mild paprika and of course BEER!

    The beer is the real star of the recipe, with its double action of both tenderising the meat, and giving a deep aromatic flavor to the whole dish.

    Juicy, tender, tangy, crispy, deliciously savory. These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are a light but tasty addition to any BBQ party. And quick enough to be made during the work week for an easy fuss-free dinner option. Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com

    I went for the Ambrata from Menabrea, the most ancient brewery in Italy. I've collaborated with this Italian brand before to make an extraordinary Beer Cake, and can't recommend it enough! This time around, I've opted for their amber beer.

    The Ambrata  is a well-balanced beer with a marked floral fruitiness and a slightly bitter undertone, making it a great choice both for the marinade and to accompany the finished dish.

    Juicy, tender, tangy, crispy, deliciously savory. These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are a light but tasty addition to any BBQ party. And quick enough to be made during the work week for an easy fuss-free dinner option. Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com

    The simple marinade is effortlessly easy to put together. All you have to do is combine the ingredients and mix them all up in a large bowl.

    Then add your chicken cubes into the bowl, and submerge them with the beer. *Make sure to drink any leftover beer while you wait for the chicken to absorb all the marinade flavors*.

    Juicy, tender, tangy, crispy, deliciously savory. These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are a light but tasty addition to any BBQ party. And quick enough to be made during the work week for an easy fuss-free dinner option. Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com

    Let the chicken marinade for a couple hours, the longer you leave it the better it will taste and the more flavor it will have. I usually prepare this the night before and let it marinate in the fridge until next day.

    Then all you have to do is thread the chicken on skewers and grill ’em.

    Juicy, tender, tangy, crispy, deliciously savory. These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are a light but tasty addition to any BBQ party. And quick enough to be made during the work week for an easy fuss-free dinner option. Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com

    Juicy, tender, tangy, crispy, deliciously savory. These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are a light but tasty addition to any BBQ party. And quick enough to be made during the work week for an easy fuss-free dinner option.

    Tips & Tricks

    Do you like grilling with skewers? If you haven’t tried it before, you should, because skewer recipes are super fun and versatile! You can add your favourite meat & veggies altogether at once, which makes dinner prep a breeze. I love making these Beer Lime Chicken Skewers on their own, but they are just as great with some extra veggies such as zucchini, onion and peppers, skewered between the chicken pieces.

    To make this recipe simpler and lighter I've used chicken breast. However I also recommend boneless skinless chicken thighs, which are more flavorful than chicken breasts and easier to cook without drying out.

    For an extra flavorful marinade, you may also place all the marinade ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth. Then transfer the marinade into a large bowl, fold in the chicken bites, and pour over the beer.

    Did you make this recipe?

    Please let me know how you liked it! Leave a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thepetitecook! Looking at your pictures always makes me smile *and super hungry*!

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    Juicy, tender, tangy, crispy, deliciously savory. These Beer Lime Chicken Skewers are a light but tasty addition to any BBQ party. And quick enough to be made during the work week for an easy fuss-free dinner option. Recipe from www.thepetitecook.com
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    Beer Chicken Skewers

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    These beer chicken skewers are a light tasty addition to any BBQ party and quick enough to make during the week for an easy dinner option.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Course: Main
    Cuisine: BBQ
    Serving: 4
    Calories: 179kcal
    Author: Andrea Soranidis

    Ingredients

    • 2 chicken breasts, cut into 2cm cubes
    • olive oil, for grilling

    For the Beer marinade:

    • juice of 1 lime
    • 1 red chilli, deseeded and halved lengtwise
    • 2 garlic cloves, halved
    • ½ cup dark soy sauce
    • 1 teaspoon hot paprika
    • ½ sichuan pepper
    • generous pinch of sea salt and black pepper
    • 8 oz amber beer
    • fresh chopped cilantro for garnish
    • lime wedges to serve

    Instructions

    • In a large glass bowl, combine lime juice, halved chilli, garlic, soy sauce , paprika, sichuan pepper and mix them all together.
    • Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper and stir to coat. Cover and place in the fridge for at least half an hour to marinate.
    • Thread 4 pieces of the chicken onto the bamboo skewers.
    • Preheat the grill and grill for about 10-15 minutes, brushing with olive oil through cooking time.
    • Remove from the grill when the chicken is cooked through and the surface is golden-brown and crisp.
    • Serve immediately with some lime wedges.

    Notes

    You can grill these beer chicken skewers in an oven. Preheat oven to 200C/400F and grill for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked, turning the skewers halfway through cooking them.
    If you're using bamboo skewers, soak your sticks in water for at least 5 minutes, to prevent burning.
    Did you try this recipe? Tag @thepetitecook or use the hashtag #thepetitecook - Looking at your pictures makes my day!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1755mg | Potassium: 550mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 388IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    This post is sponsored by Menabrea, and as usual all opinions are my own. I truly love the quality of their beers, and can only recommend it to all of you! Thank you for supporting the brands that support The Petite Cook.

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    1. Laineey says

      November 20, 2018 at 1:21 pm

      These chicken skewers look amazing! I always love adding beer to food but haven't tried adding it to any chicken dish! These skewers look easy and delicious!

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    2. campanileMl says

      January 24, 2017 at 6:18 pm

      Excellent blog here! Also your website loads up very fast!

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