Pad Thai Chicken Skewers take the sweet, tangy, nutty flavors of classic Pad Thai and turn them into an easy grilled dinner. Tender pieces of chicken are coated in a simple Pad Thai inspired marinade, threaded onto skewers, and grilled until lightly charred and juicy. Finish them with crushed peanuts, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime for that familiar street food flavor.
These skewers are great when you want something quick but still packed with flavor. They cook fast, work well on a grill or grill pan, and pair easily with rice, noodles, or a crisp salad. It is also a fun way to serve Pad Thai flavors without making a full noodle dish.
Helpful Tips
- Soak wooden skewers first. If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 20 minutes so they do not burn on the grill.
- Cut the chicken evenly. Similar sized pieces help everything cook at the same speed.
- Don’t skip the toppings. Peanuts, herbs, and lime bring the bright, balanced flavor that makes Pad Thai so good.
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Pad Thai Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the toppings:
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts
- red chilies sliced
- fresh cilantro chopped
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Make the marinade. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, tamarind paste, peanut butter, garlic, ginger, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Assemble the skewers. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces so they cook evenly.
- Grill the skewers. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Cook the skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
- Finish and serve. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with crushed peanuts, red chilies, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
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