Grilled Chicken Skewers with Honey Soy Marinade Recipe
These Grilled Chicken Skewers with Honey Soy Marinade are a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that features tender chicken thighs soaked in a flavorful honey soy mixture. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or outdoor barbecue, these skewers are grilled to juicy perfection with a hint of garlic and ginger, offering a balanced blend of sweet and savory tastes that will impress your family and guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 27 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Wooden or metal skewers
Marinade
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces to ensure even cooking and easy skewering.
- Make the marinade: In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, creating a balanced and flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces and toss well to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
- Prepare the grill and skewers: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes prior to prevent them from burning during grilling.
- Assemble the skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small space between each piece to allow for even heat circulation and thorough cooking.
- Grill the chicken skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve even grill marks. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the meat is cooked through.
- Rest and serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, or over rice or salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
- Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner skewer option, keeping in mind breast meat cooks slightly faster.
- Add vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, or onions to the skewers to incorporate more color, texture, and nutrition.
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