Asian Chicken Skewers with Honey Garlic Sauce
- Juicy chicken thighs in a sticky-sweet honey garlic sauce with Asian-inspired flavors.
- These skewers grill up perfectly with caramelized edges and tender centers.
- Ready in under 30 minutes for a quick appetizer or main dish everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 6–8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (optional)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3–4 green onions, sliced for garnish
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to 2 hours.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 375-400°F).
- Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the liquid for basting.
- Thread 5-6 pieces of chicken onto each soaked wooden skewer, leaving small gaps between pieces.
- Transfer reserved marinade to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Grill skewers for 5-6 minutes per side, or until chicken reaches 165°F internally and has nice grill marks.
- During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush with the reduced marinade sauce.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For spicier skewers, double the amount of red pepper flakes or add a teaspoon of sriracha to the marinade.
- Chicken thighs stay juicier than breast meat, but you can substitute chicken breast if preferred – just reduce cooking time by 1-2 minutes per side.
- For a complete meal, serve over rice with stir-fried vegetables.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 11
- Sodium: 620
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 26
- Cholesterol: 107
Keywords: asian chicken skewers honey garlic sauce, honey garlic chicken, asian chicken recipes, skewers recipe, quick chicken appetizers