Pina Colada Chicken Skewers

• Meat

  • 1 1/2 lb Chicken thighs

• Produce

  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 tbsp Ginger
  • 1 Lime
  • 2 cups Pineapple

• Canned Goods

  • 1 can Coconut milk

• Condiments

  • 2 tbsp Green pepper sauce

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp Paprika

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 1/2 cup Coconut

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 1/4 cup Rum, dark

• Liquids

  • 1/2 cup Water

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Description

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs. chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 can coconut milk (full fat recommended)
• ¼ cup dark rum (optional)
• 1 lime, zested & juiced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons green pepper sauce (Tabasco)
• ½ Tablespoon ginger, finely grated
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups pineapple, cut into chunks
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup water
• ½ cup shredded coconut
• 1½ Tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

• Place chunks of chicken in a large zipper bag with coconut milk, rum, lime juice & zest, garlic, pepper sauce, ginger, paprika, salt, & pepper. Remove the air and zip it shut, then massage the chicken to distribute marinade. Refrigerate 4 hours to overnight (recommended.)
• Spray or brush grill with olive oil; preheat grill on high. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for less mess and keep near your work area.
• Pour contents of bag into a colander set over a bowl. Arrange chicken, pineapple, and tomatoes on skewers in alternating patterns, setting each one on the lined baking sheet when done.
• Place skewers on grill and cook until chicken is cooked through, 10-15 minutes, turning 2-3 times during cook time.
• While skewers are cooking, place the marinade in a small saucepan with water, coconut, and cornstarch. Bring to a low boil over medium-low heat and allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened (this is ensure its safe to eat and to meld flavors.) Transfer to a sauce bowl.
• Serve skewers with sauce and a side of tropical-flavored rice. Enjoy!