Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Honey Garlic Asian Chicken Kabobs featuring tender chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue, these kabobs offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Additional
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, sesame oil, ground ginger, salt, and pepper to create a balanced savory and sweet marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and thoroughly coat them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse the meat.
- Soak skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before threading the chicken to prevent them from burning during grilling.
- Assemble the kabobs: Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the kabobs.
- Grill the kabobs: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure all sides are cooked evenly and develop a nice char.
- Rest and serve: Remove the kabobs from heat, let them rest for a few minutes, then serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning on the grill.
- Ensure chicken pieces are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
- Adjust honey amount for desired sweetness.
- Can be served with steamed rice or vegetables for a full meal.
- Marinate longer (up to 4 hours) for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
