Chipotle Chicken Kabobs with Avocado Cream Sauce are officially one of the tastiest things we’ve made so far this year. Bite-size pieces of chipotle and lime marinated chicken are threaded onto skewers before being grilled. I served the chicken with a creamy avocado dipping sauce and the meal was a hit with everyone who tasted it.
Over a year ago, my sister told me about this recipe. She told me that my 18-year-old niece had found it online and made it for their family. This rapidly became one of their favorite recipes and when I finally had a chance to make it myself, I knew why.
These chicken skewers disappeared in minutes and we never even had a chance to sit down at the table. We wound up standing around the kitchen island, dipping the skewers into the Avocado Cream Sauce just as soon as the meat was cool enough to eat. My whole family votes this recipe two thumbs up.
Chipotle Chicken Kabobs with Avocado Cream Sauce
Ingredients
- Marinade Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup light olive oil
- juice of 2 limes about ¼ cup's worth
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce seeded and minced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 3/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs and/or breasts, cut into 1 1/2" pieces
- Avocado Cream Sauce for serving
- Optional topping: fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together. Place the chicken pieces in an airtight container or a large ziploc bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken and seal the bag or container. Turn over a few times to ensure that everything is well coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for 30-60 minutes, or for as long as 24 hours.
- When almost ready to grill, soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes before threading the chicken onto the skewers. Heat the grill to medium high and generously oil the grates to prevent the meat from sticking. Place the kabobs on the grill and let cook, turning once or twice, until all sides of the meat are slightly browned and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve the kabobs with Avocado Cream Sauce for dipping and sprinkle with cilantro just before serving. Enjoy!
{originally posted 2/16/15 – recipe notes and photos updated 10/28/16}
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Lisa Niblock says
I love recipes that suit the whole family! I find it difficult sorting out dinner for my little family of 4, because it seems like there is always one person who doesn't like something on the plate! I will have to try my critics on this recipe I think!!! It looks delicious!
Anetta @ The Wanderlust Kitchen says
MARY. These look incredible! Definitely going on the menu as soon as I have a functioning kitchen 🙂
Sue/the view from great island says
This meal has such a pretty color palette – and I really do believe that everything tastes better on a stick 😉
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says
Very nice Mary! I could eat this every day. Have a lovely weekend!
Kalyn Denny says
Oh yes, they do sound amazing!
Cynthia says
We made these last weekend. Used boneless, skinless breasts and they were great. The avocado sauce was the big hit. That will be something we will add to other dishes like tacos, enchiladas, as a dip, salad dressing, etc.
Unknown says
What kind of peppers can you use other then chipotle peppers? I am allergic to chipotle peppers?
Mary says
If you're allergic to chipotle peppers, I am guessing jalapeños are out as well? I'd use 1-2 tablespoons of the finely minced hot pepper of your choice.
Anonymous says
These little kabobs are amazing! I had to broil mine, because our weather is outrageous right now. I adore the avocado sauce, it is something I've been looking for to use with other recipes. This is already a family fave.
Barbara Waddell says
Avocado Cream Sauce for serving? My question is what ingredients go into the avocado cream sauce?
I have been following your recipes for awhile now. Not sure if I am missing something here.
Thank you,
Barbara
Mary says
Sorry about that! The recipe should have been linked there. It is now. Thanks for catching it!
Jacque Schwarz says
Hi,
I was wondering how spicy these are. I have 4 kids who can’t ha for much heat.
Thanks!
Mary Younkin says
They’re a little bit spicy, Jacque. For my family, the heat is negligible, but you might want to reduce it a bit for yours.