Description
Grilled Elote Chicken Skewers are a flavorful treat that brings the essence of street corn to your backyard. Juicy chicken is marinated in a creamy elote-inspired sauce, complemented by sweet corn, zesty lime, and spices. Perfect for summer gatherings, these skewers are not just a meal but a delightful experience filled with laughter and good company. Easy to make and visually appealing, they will have everyone clamoring for seconds at your next barbecue.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (from 2 ears of corn)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and cilantro until smooth.
- Fold fresh corn kernels into the marinade.
- Thread marinated chicken pieces and corn mixture onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Serve hot garnished with extra lime wedges and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg