Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken Skewers with Quinoa Tabbouleh
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

Tender grilled chicken thighs marinated in a zesty chili-lime blend, served over a fresh quinoa tabbouleh salad packed with herbs, vegetables, and protein.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- 2
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.


