Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers feature tender chicken pieces marinated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, grilled to perfection for a delightful smoky flavor. Perfect for a quick BBQ dinner, these skewers blend Asian and American influences with fresh vegetables and a sprinkling of sesame seeds and cilantro.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade:
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
Skewers:
- 2 chicken breasts (approx 350g/12.5 oz) chopped into bite sized pieces
- 1 red bell pepper chopped into large chunks
- 1 onion peeled and sliced into squares
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- small bunch of coriander/cilantro roughly torn
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl, combining vegetable oil, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, dark soy sauce, and honey thoroughly.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chopped chicken breasts in a bowl and pour on three-quarters of the marinade, reserving the rest for basting. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow flavors to infuse.
- Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water to prevent burning during cooking; metal skewers do not require soaking.
- Preheat the Grill or Griddle: Heat your BBQ or griddle until it is very hot to ensure a good sear and cooking efficiency.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread alternately a piece of marinated chicken, a chunk of red bell pepper, another chicken piece, and a slice of onion onto each skewer until all ingredients are used. Discard leftover marinade from the bowl.
- Cook the Skewers: Place skewers on the BBQ or griddle and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning 3-4 times to cook evenly. Brush with the reserved marinade halfway through cooking. Check the largest piece of chicken to ensure it is cooked through with no pink remaining.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the cooked skewers with sesame seeds and torn coriander. Serve hot alongside salad and your choice of rice or potatoes.
Notes
- You can marinate the chicken up to 1 day ahead for convenience, but it's best to cook the chicken fresh to avoid dryness.
- Cooked chicken kebabs can be cooled and served cold in salads or wraps for a different serving option.
- For variation, substitute the onion and red bell pepper with mushrooms, red onion, courgette chunks, or pineapple pieces.
- Add spice by incorporating sriracha, chili powder, or chili flakes into the marinade to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
