Description
Sizzling honey garlic chicken skewers blend sweet and savory flavors from Mediterranean kitchens. Juicy marinated chicken pieces caramelize perfectly on the grill, creating a mouthwatering dish that brings Mediterranean charm right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
Marinade and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (85 grams) honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) fresh ginger (grated)
Oils and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) sesame oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Skewers:
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by combining soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Immerse chicken pieces thoroughly in the marinade, allowing flavors to penetrate for a minimum of 30 minutes, or ideally refrigerate overnight for maximum taste infusion.
- Prepare wooden skewers by submerging them in water for 30 minutes to prevent charring during grilling.
- Heat outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high temperature, around 400°F.
- Carefully thread marinated chicken pieces onto prepared skewers, ensuring even distribution and spacing.
- Position skewers on heated grill, cooking for 5-7 minutes per side until chicken achieves golden-brown exterior and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove skewers from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes to seal in juices.
- Transfer to serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions for added visual appeal and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor absorption and tender meat texture.
- Soak wooden skewers completely in water to prevent charring and potential fire hazards during grilling.
- Use high-quality honey and fresh garlic for an authentic, rich taste profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Consider alternative protein options like tofu or shrimp for vegetarian and seafood variations without compromising the marinade’s delicious flavor.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg