Madras Chicken & Broccoli Skewers with Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
These Madras Chicken & Broccoli Skewers with Sweet Potato Fries are a bold, flavorful way to fuel your body with clean ingredients. Juicy grilled chicken and tender broccoli are marinated in a fragrant madras spice blend, then skewered and grilled to perfection. Served with crispy oven-baked sweet potato fries, this balanced meal powers protein recovery, fiber intake, and slow-digesting carbs.
- 500 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon madras curry powder
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Skewers
For the Sweet Potato Fries
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, madras curry powder, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Step 2: Add chicken and broccoli; toss to coat. Marinate 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Step 4: Roast 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until fries are golden and crispy.
- Step 5: Thread marinated chicken and broccoli alternately onto soaked skewers.
- Step 6: Grill over medium-high heat 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through.
- Step 7: Serve skewers hot with sweet potato fries; garnish with herbs or a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
- Yogurt tenderizes chicken while balancing madras spice heat.
- Broccoli grills well, adding fiber and antioxidants.
- Sweet potato fries provide complex carbs for glycogen replenishment.
- Soak wooden skewers 15-20 minutes to prevent burning.
- Store components separately for meal prep; reheat in oven or air fryer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use another vegetable instead of broccoli?
Yes—bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms hold up well on the grill.
Is Madras curry powder very spicy?
It’s moderately spicy. Reduce the amount or combine with mild curry powder for less heat.
Can I bake the skewers instead of grilling?
Absolutely—bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18-20 minutes, turning once.
Can I make this dish ahead?
Yes—marinate chicken and prep fries in advance; cook fresh for best texture.