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Flavorful Grilled Honey Sriracha Chicken Skewers

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These grilled chicken skewers feature a perfect balance of smoky char, honey’s natural sweetness, and the fiery kick of sriracha, making them a quick and easy crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • About 8 wooden or metal skewers (wooden soaked in water for 30 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken thighs into roughly 1-inch pieces (about 10 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt until smooth and glossy (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes.
  4. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning, or use metal skewers.
  5. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between pieces (about 10 minutes).
  6. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Clean and oil grates.
  7. Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs. Brush extra marinade on while grilling. Total grilling time about 12-15 minutes until cooked through with grill marks.
  8. Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top before serving.

Notes

Marinate chicken for 20-30 minutes to avoid texture issues. Use tongs instead of forks to keep chicken juicy. Keep a spray bottle handy to control flare-ups caused by honey. Brush marinade multiple times while grilling for sticky glaze. Let skewers rest 5 minutes before serving. Wooden skewers must be soaked to prevent burning. Can broil in oven if no grill is available.

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