Name: Grilled Chicken Kabobs with Vegetables and Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 2 corn on the cob, cleaned and cut into 1-inch pieces; 4 jalapeño peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces; ½ small red onion, cut into 2-inch pieces; 5 tbsp avocado oil (or any high heat oil), divided; 1 ½ tbsp taco seasoning; ½ tsp kosher salt; ¼ cup sour cream; 2 tbsp cilantro, finely chopped (plus 2 tbsp more for garnish); ½ small lime, juiced and zested; 1 tbsp Tajín seasoning (plus ½ tsp more for garnishing); ¼ cup cotija cheese, crumbled

Ingredients

4 chicken thighs (boneless and skinless, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces)

2 corn on the cob (cleaned and cut into 1-inch pieces)

4 jalapeno peppers (cut into 1-inch pieces and seeded)

½ small red onion (cut into 2-inch pieces)

5 tbsp avocado oil (or any other high heat oil)

1 ½ tbsp taco seasoning

½ tsp kosher salt

¼ cup sour cream

2 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped, plus 2 tbsp more for garnish)

½ small lime (juiced and zested)

1 tbsp Tajin seasoning

¼ cup cotija cheese (crumbled)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the grill to 400ºF.

Step 2: In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of avocado oil with the taco seasoning. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat well. Let the chicken marinate in the fridge while you prepare the vegetables.

Step 3: Thread the chicken, corn pieces, red onion, and jalapeno peppers onto skewer sticks, alternating ingredients until each skewer is filled.

Step 4: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the bowl used for the chicken marinade and lightly brush it over the corn, onions, and jalapeno pieces on the skewers. Sprinkle all the skewers with kosher salt on both sides.

Step 5: Grill the kabobs over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165ºF for safe cooking.

Step 6: While grilling, prepare the cilantro lime sauce by mixing sour cream, 1 tablespoon of Tajin seasoning, lime zest and juice, and finely chopped cilantro in a small bowl.

Step 7: When cooked, place the skewers on a serving plate. Drizzle the cilantro lime sauce over them, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of Tajin seasoning, garnish with extra cilantro, and top with crumbled cotija cheese.

Tips & Variations

For milder kabobs, remove all seeds from the jalapenos or substitute with sweet bell peppers.

If you don’t have cotija cheese, feta can be a delicious alternative.

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning on the grill.

Add cherry tomatoes or zucchini slices for extra color and variety on the skewers.

FAQs

Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?

Yes, chicken breast can be used, but it may cook faster and is leaner, so watch closely to avoid drying out the meat.

How do I prevent the vegetables from falling off the skewers?

Thread the vegetables tightly and alternate with chicken pieces to help hold them in place. Using flat or wider skewers can also provide better support.