Description

These Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors with a hint of ginger and garlic. Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a honey-soy mixture, grilled to perfection, and garnished with fresh cilantro or green onions make for an easy and delicious meal suitable for weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Marinade

1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Garnish

Fresh cilantro or green onions

Instructions

Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning during cooking.
Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended to create a flavorful marinade.
Cut Chicken: Cut the boneless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces to ensure even cooking and easy threading onto skewers.
Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. For best results, marinate for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to develop deeper flavors.
Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to ensure the chicken cooks evenly and gains a nice char.
Thread Chicken: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, packing them close but not too tight to allow for even cooking.
Grill Chicken: Place skewers on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Baste occasionally with leftover marinade for extra flavor and moisture.
Rest and Garnish: Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or green onions before serving.

Notes

Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from catching fire on the grill.
Marinating the chicken longer enhances the flavor but avoid exceeding 2 hours to prevent the texture from becoming mushy due to the acidic marinade components.
Use a food thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked to 165°F (74°C).
Adjust the amount of honey for sweeter or less sweet skewers based on your preference.
For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish, Grill
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American with Asian influence

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 oz cooked chicken)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Honey Garlic Chicken, Chicken Skewers, Grilled Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Honey Soy Marinade