Description
Craving something flavorful, quick, and family-friendly? These Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers hit all the right notes. Juicy chunks of chicken are marinated in a rich honey garlic sauce, then grilled or pan-seared until beautifully caramelized. This easy dinner idea is perfect for busy nights, healthy snacks, or even weekend BBQs. It’s a simple yet bold dish that brings together the best of sweet and savory. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, food ideas for guests, or a meal prep option, this easy recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
500g chicken breast or thighs
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and black pepper in a large bowl.
2. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to avoid burning.
4. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers evenly.
5. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
6. Cook skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is fully cooked and slightly charred.
7. Optionally boil the leftover marinade for 3–4 minutes to thicken and drizzle over cooked skewers.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers to avoid burning on the grill.
Boil leftover marinade before using as a glaze to ensure food safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx.)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: honey garlic chicken, grilled chicken skewers, easy dinner, healthy chicken recipe