Piri Piri Chicken Skewers Recipe

Piri Piri Chicken Skewers Recipe on a Kamado Joe Charcoal Grill

Fire up your Kamado Joe charcoal grill for a flavor-packed adventure with these Piri Piri Chicken Skewers! The smoky heat of the grill combined with the spicy, tangy kick of the Piri Piri marinade creates an irresistible dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

This recipe uses the cast iron grill grate to sear the skewers at a high temperature for this recipe.

It's a true celebration of the balance between heat, sweet and tangy. Once you have a nice char on your marinated chicken, play around with my stack method where we finish smaller portions as a larger roast to achieve maximum tenderness and juiciness. Enjoy! - Chef Eric

Marinating the chicken for several hours allows the flavors to really sink in, and grilling them over a high heat on your Kamado Joe gives them a beautiful char, locking in all that vibrant taste. As a finishing touch, a quick glaze made from the marinade adds a rich, buttery coating that makes every bite even more delectable. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or treating yourself to something special, these skewers are sure to impress!

Instructions

1. 01

   To make marinade, combine all the following ingredients in a food processor and blend until fully incorporated on low (about 20 Seconds). While the processor is running on low, slowly drizzle in the oil to form an emulsification. Reserve 1/2 cup for the glaze.

2.  

   Ingredients

   • 1/2 cup Red Chili Paste
   • 3/4 cup Lemon Juice (fresh)
   • 3 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar
   • 1/2 bunch Cilantro
   • 1/4 bunch Parsley
   • 1 tablespoon Garlic (minced, fresh)
   • 1 tablespoon Paprika
   • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (fresh cracked)
   • 1 teaspoon Sugar
   • 1 tablespoon Salt
   • 1/2 cup Oil

3. 02

   To make the glaze, place all the follwoing ingredients and 1/2 cup of the marinade in a sauce pot and bring to a simmer then reserve for basting.

4.  

   Ingredients

   • 4 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
   • 1/4 cup Cilantro
   • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice (fresh)

5. 03

   Place your chicken tenders in marinade for 3 hours, reserve in the refrigerator.

6. 04

   Soak skewers and stabilize grill at 550°F.

7. 05

   Skewer all of your marinated chicken. Place the skewers around the edge of the grill so that the wooden skewers are over the gasket and not the direct flame. Cook for 1½ minutes and flip. Glaze the skewers, then cook for another 2 minutes.

8. 06

   Place the larger skewers on the bottom and allow all of the skewers to finish together while basting occasionally. Touch each skewer on the hot grill grates and transfer them to your presentation plate. Enjoy!