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Juicy Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers

Close-up of two skewers holding pieces of juicy, glazed, and slightly charred chicken skewers on a white plate.
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Make easy and flavorful honey garlic chicken skewers using your grill, oven, or air fryer for a quick family dinner or party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
  3. Place the cubed chicken into the marinade, toss to coat completely, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium heat, or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), or preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
  5. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving a small space between each piece. Discard the remaining marinade.
  6. For grilling: Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
  7. For oven baking: Arrange skewers on a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. For air frying: Place skewers in the air fryer basket in a single layer (work in batches if necessary). Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Reserve a small amount of the marinade before adding the raw chicken to use as a light glaze during the last few minutes of cooking, if desired.
  • For extra flavor, thread vegetables like bell peppers or onions between the chicken pieces.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer the reserved marinade in a small saucepan until it reduces slightly before using it as a glaze.

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