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Flavorful Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Skewers

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These skewers feature a sticky-sweet honey glaze balanced with spicy sriracha, grilled to perfection for a smoky, addictive flavor. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup (85 g) honey
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons or 30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes before use)
  • Optional: chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Adjust heat by adding more sriracha if desired.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Add chicken pieces to the marinade and stir to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1 to 2 hours.
  3. Prepare skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  5. Grill the skewers: Place skewers on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once or twice. Baste with leftover marinade while grilling for extra glaze. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and grill marks form.
  6. Rest and garnish: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Serve immediately with grilled veggies, rice, or a fresh salad.

Notes

Do not over-marinate chicken to avoid mushy texture from lime juice; 1-2 hours max is ideal. Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning. Use tongs to turn skewers gently to retain juices. Watch for flare-ups due to honey dripping. Rest chicken after grilling to redistribute juices.

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