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Flavorful Grilled Honey Sriracha Chicken Skewers

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These grilled honey sriracha chicken skewers offer a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, ideal for quick and easy weeknight BBQs. The marinade caramelizes beautifully on the grill, creating juicy, tender chicken with a smoky kick.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup (85g) raw or unprocessed honey
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) sriracha sauce
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and black pepper until glossy and well balanced.
  2. Cut the chicken into roughly 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
  3. Place the chicken pieces in the bowl with the marinade and toss well until every piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1 hour.
  4. If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  5. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  6. Grill the skewers for about 5-6 minutes per side, turning once, until a caramelized glaze forms and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Do not marinate chicken longer than 1 hour to avoid mushy texture. Use a spray bottle of water to control flare-ups caused by honey glaze. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Bamboo skewers should be soaked to prevent burning. Rest chicken after grilling to lock in juices.

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Keywords: grilled chicken skewers, honey sriracha chicken, BBQ chicken, easy weeknight dinner, sweet and spicy chicken, chicken marinade

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