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Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers

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Prepare juicy, flavorful chicken skewers coated in a simple honey garlic glaze. These are suitable for grilling or baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper. This is your marinade.
  3. Place the cubed chicken into a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, reserving the other half for basting/sauce. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F) or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the prepared skewers. Discard the marinade that touched the raw chicken.
  6. For grilling: Place skewers on the oiled grill grates. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  7. For baking: Arrange skewers on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. While the skewers cook, prepare the glaze: Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Brush the thickened honey garlic glaze over the cooked skewers during the last few minutes of cooking, or toss the cooked skewers in the sauce before serving.

Notes

  • For added color and flavor, thread pieces of bell pepper or onion between the chicken cubes.
  • If you prefer an air fryer method, cook the skewers at 380°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway. Brush with glaze after cooking.
  • You can substitute low-sodium soy sauce if desired.

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