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Chicken Skewers Pinchitos de pollo 2

Chicken Skewers (Pinchitos de pollo)

Tender and flavorful Chicken Skewers, marinated in a harmonious blend of spices and grilled to perfection. 
Recipe Developer-Estefania
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Additional time12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

For Chicken Skewers:

  • 1 Garlic Clove
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • Parsley
  • 2 tablespoon Pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Powder
  • 2 tablespoon Turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon Cardamom Powder
  • ½ Lemon Juice
  • 50 ml Wine
  • 30 ml Water
  • 500 g Chicken Thighs
  • 1 tbsp Oil
  • Salt to taste

For Red Mojo Sauce:

  • ¼ Red Pepper
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
  • 1 Dried Red Chili
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar
  • 100 ml Sunflower Oil

Instructions

  • In a mortar, add garlic, ginger and salt. Crush them.
  • Add parsley or coriander and crush them.
  • Add pepper, cumin, oregano, cinnamon powder, turmeric and cardamom powder, crush and combine the ingredients.
  • Add lemon juice, combine and crush them until smooth.
  • Add wine and water, crush and combine until you have a smooth marinade.
  • Cut the chicken into small pieces.
  • Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl and pour the marinade over them.
  • Move and coat the chicken pieces with the marinade paste.
  • Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours for the flavors to meld.
  • Cut ¼ red bell pepper into small pieces and place in a beaker.
  • Add garlic cloves, salt, cumin, paprika, chili pepper, vinegar and sunflower oil.
  • Blend the ingredients with a hand blender until combined and smooth.
  • Place the Red Mojo Sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Remove the chicken from the fridge, thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers and place them on a plate with a kitchen paper towel.
  • Heat the grill pan and add oil.
  • Place the chicken skewers in the grill pan, add salt to taste, and grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char on the edges.
  • Remove from the grill and place on a large plate.
  • Serve the chicken skewers with fried potatoes and red mojo sauce.

Notes

Marination Time: Marinating the chicken for an adequate amount of time is crucial for flavor development. Aim for at least 12 hours to allow the spices to penetrate the chicken. 
Uniform Size: Cut the chicken into uniform-sized pieces to ensure even cooking. This helps to prevent some pieces from being overcooked while others are undercooked. 
Skewer Soaking: If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the chicken. This prevents them from burning during grilling. 
Preheat the Grill Pan: Ensure your grill is properly preheated before placing the skewers on it. A hot grill helps to sear the chicken quickly, locking in juices and flavor. 
Turning and Even Cooking: Turn the skewers regularly to promote even cooking on all sides. This helps achieve a consistent texture and flavor throughout the chicken. 
Avoid Overcooking: Overcooking chicken can result in dry meat.   

Nutrition

Calories: 571kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 31g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 689mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 673IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 6mg