Savour summer: Chicken skewers with peach salsa

As the hot summer weather arrives, it’s the perfect time to try these Five-Spice Chicken Skewers with Peach Salsa. Fresh, flavourful and ideal for summer grilling or an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe combines fragrant spices with a sweet and tangy peach salsa for a delicious balance in every bite.

One of the best things about this recipe is how easy it is to customize. If cilantro isn’t your favourite, swap it for fresh mint or parsley to suit your taste. You can also replace the chicken with turkey, pork, shrimp or firm tofu for a vegetarian option. Using ingredients you already have on hand helps reduce food waste while creating a meal that fits your family’s preferences and budget.

This recipe can also be adapted to fit your grocery budget. Buying seasonal produce, such as fresh peaches in the summer, can help keep costs down. If peaches are unavailable or outside your price range, nectarines, mangoes or diced pineapple make delicious substitutes in the salsa.

Whether you’re preparing dinner for your family, hosting a backyard barbecue or meal prepping for the week ahead, these skewers are simple and versatile. They show that great meals don’t have to be complicated or expensive.

Five-Spice Chicken Skewers with Peach Salsa 

Ingredients 

For the chicken skewers 

• 500 g chicken breast, cubed 
• 1/3 cup soy sauce 
• 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar 
• 1 tbsp honey 
• 1 tbsp sesame oil 
• 1 tbsp garlic, chopped 
• 1 tbsp ginger, chopped 
• 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder 
• Soaked wooden skewers 

For the peach salsa 

• 1 cup peaches, chopped 
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced or finely chopped 
• 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped 
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar 
• 1 tsp sesame oil 

Instructions 

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger and Chinese five-spice powder. Add the cubed chicken and mix until well coated. 
2. Thread the chicken onto soaked wooden skewers. 
3. In a separate bowl, combine the chopped peaches, cilantro, rice vinegar and sesame oil. Mix well and set aside. 
4. Grill the chicken skewers until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. 
5. Serve the chicken skewers with the peach salsa on the side.