Chicken Kebabs Shanghai Recipe

Experience a taste of Shanghai with these delightful chicken and pineapple kebabs! Marinated in a vibrant ginger-orange sauce with a hint of soy and coriander, these juicy skewers are a quick and easy weeknight meal or a show-stopping appetizer. This recipe, rediscovered from a vintage cookbook, delivers authentic Asian flavors you'll crave again and again.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 42 mins
Calories 492.7 kcal
Protein 75g
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Ingredients for Chicken Kebabs Shanghai

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How to Make Chicken Kebabs Shanghai

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon orange zest, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1 teaspoon ground coriander. Set aside 1/4 cup of this marinade.
  2. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes) to the remaining marinade.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the marinade. Drain briefly.
  5. Thread chicken and pineapple chunks (about 1 cup cubed fresh pineapple) onto thin metal skewers, alternating 2 chicken pieces and 1 pineapple chunk.
  6. Brush reserved marinade generously over the pineapple and chicken on skewers.
  7. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
  8. Place skewers on the preheated grill, about 4-6 inches from the heat source.
  9. Cook for 12-15 minutes, turning and basting frequently with the reserved marinade, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and no longer pink in the center. Pineapple should be slightly caramelized.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

137g

Fat

25g

Carbs

14g

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Starters Appetizers & Snacks Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Poultry Chicken Recipes Asian Chinese Gluten Free Summer Recipes Grilling & Bbq

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Kebabs Shanghai?

Chicken Kebabs Shanghai takes about 62 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 42 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Kebabs Shanghai?

Chicken Kebabs Shanghai has approximately 492.7 calories per serving, with about 75 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Kebabs Shanghai?

The key ingredients for Chicken Kebabs Shanghai are Orange Zest, Fresh Orange Juice, Brown Sugar, Soy Sauce, Fresh Ginger, Rice Vinegar. See the full list with measurements above.

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