Description
Grilled Honey Sriracha Chicken Skewers sizzle with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy that’ll make your backyard barbecue unforgettable. Tender chicken pieces marinated in a zesty sauce bring explosive flavor to your plate, ready to satisfy your hunger and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 lbs (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauces and Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) honey
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) rice vinegar
Spices and Aromatics:
- 1 clove garlic
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Wooden skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the zesty marinade by vigorously whisking ½ cup honey, ¼ cup sriracha sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, ½ teaspoon ginger powder, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
- Cut 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts into uniform 1-inch cubes, ensuring even cooking.
- Submerge chicken pieces completely in the marinade, gently massaging the sauce to ensure each cube is thoroughly coated.
- Seal the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-120 minutes, allowing flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Heat your grill to medium-high, targeting around 400°F (204°C).
- Carefully thread marinated chicken pieces onto pre-soaked skewers, leaving small gaps between cubes for even heat distribution.
- Place skewers on the grill, rotating every 3-4 minutes to achieve consistent charring and prevent burning.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes total, ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to retain moisture.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Marinate the chicken for maximum flavor, but don’t exceed 2 hours or the acid in the marinade will start to break down the meat’s texture.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee safe consumption, using a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg