YUCATAN-STYLE CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH PAPAYA-TOMATILLO SALSA

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I have not tried this recipe but I am going to very soon. It sounded so delicious that I had to share it. This recipe does not include marinating time.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Sauces

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

9 boneless skinless chicken thighs
36 wooden skewers, soaked (6-inch)
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large papaya, peeled,seeded and coarsely chopped
4 medium tomatillos, husked,rinsed and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely diced red onions
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon honey
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For Salsa: In a food processor, combine all ingredients except the olive oil and process for 30 seconds.
  • With motor running, add the oil through the feed tube and process until emulsified.
  • For marinade: In a food processor, combine all ingredients except the olive oil and process for 30 seconds.
  • With motor running, add the oil through the feed tube and process until emulsified.
  • For chicken: Combine chicken and marinade in a zip-lock plastic bag.
  • Refrigerate 4 to 6 hours or overnight.
  • Prepare your grill or broiler.
  • Thread each piece of chicken onto 2 skewers flattening the meat so it stays flat on the grill.
  • Grill about 4 minutes on each side until done, basting once on each side with extra marinade.
  • Serve with the salsa and Margaritas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 85.9, Sodium 338.9, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 7.5, Protein 21.9

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