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Grilled Chicken Skewers with Honey Soy Marinade

Grilled Chicken Skewers with Honey Soy Marinade Perfection

These Grilled Chicken Skewers with Honey Soy Marinade are quick, customizable, and family-friendly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Chicken breasts are a leaner substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil works as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is an alternative.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder can replace fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger adds vibrancy.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Cayenne pepper can add kick.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; omit for milder skewers.
For Skewers
  • 6 pieces Wooden or Metal Skewers Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
Optional Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Add for nutrition.
  • 1 cup Zucchini Perfect for color.
  • 1 cup Onions Toss in for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • skewers

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Cut the boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces and toss until well coated. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
  5. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, adding veggies if desired.
  6. Place skewers onto the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
  7. Let the skewers rest on a platter for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor. Monitor chicken breasts closely to prevent drying out. Wooden skewers should always be soaked before grilling.

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