Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers (Print Version)

Tender chicken cubes marinated in honey-garlic-chili glaze, grilled until lightly charred and smoky.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

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→ Garnish & Serving

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# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, chili sauce, vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
02 - Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
04 - Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, shaking off excess marinade. Reserve any leftover marinade for basting.
05 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
06 - Grill chicken skewers for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with reserved marinade, until cooked through and lightly charred.
07 - Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with cilantro or parsley, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lime. Serve hot.

# Insider Tips:

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  • The honey creates these gorgeous caramelized charred spots that make the chicken look like it came from a restaurant
  • You can prep everything ahead and just grill when guests arrive
  • The marinade doubles as a basting sauce so every bite packs maximum flavor
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  • Never reuse leftover marinade as a sauce unless you boil it first due to raw chicken contamination
  • Pat the chicken slightly dry before threading if you want more char versus sticky glaze
  • Metal skewers cook faster than wood so adjust your timing accordingly
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  • Room temperature chicken grills more evenly than cold chicken
  • Let the skewers rest for 5 minutes after grilling so the juices redistribute

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