Anticuchos de Pollo

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A keto take on Peru’s classic street-food skewer: chicken thighs marinated in aji panca and vinegar, then grilled hot and fast.

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Anticuchos de Pollo

A keto take on Peru's classic street-food skewer: chicken thighs marinated in aji panca and vinegar, then grilled hot and fast.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Peruvian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 260kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb chicken thighs cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp aji panca paste
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • Sea salt and black pepper
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  • Whisk together the aji panca paste, vinegar, garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Toss the chicken cubes in the marinade and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • Thread the chicken onto skewers.
  • Grill over medium-high heat 3–4 minutes per side, until charred and cooked through.
  • Serve hot with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 260kcal | Protein: 30g | Fat: 13g
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Health Benefits

  • Chicken thighs are a naturally lean, low-carb protein.
  • The aji panca marinade carries all its flavor without any added sugar.

Pairs Well With

  • Champiñones al Ajillo
  • Judías Verdes Saltadas
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