Description
Sticky, sweet, savory and loaded with bold garlic flavor, these Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers are grilled to juicy perfection with a glossy, caramelized glaze that clings to every bite.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
5 cloves garlic, grated
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Optional: 1 teaspoon fish sauce
Instructions
1. Cut the chicken thighs into large, even chunks, about 1.5 inches in size.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated garlic, and black pepper. Add fish sauce if using.
3. Add the chicken to the marinade and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
4. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
5. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving slight gaps between them.
6. Place the skewers on the hot grill. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side without moving them too much to allow proper charring.
7. Flip the skewers and baste with any remaining marinade. Grill for another 3–4 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
8. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped herbs and serve hot.
Notes
Use boneless chicken thighs for the juiciest results; chicken breasts can work but require careful timing.
Always soak wooden skewers to prevent burning during grilling.
The marinade doubles as a glaze, so don’t reduce it beforehand; it will naturally thicken as it cooks on the grill.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: chicken skewers, honey garlic, grill, summer, quick dinner