Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these mouthwatering Chinese Chicken Skewers! Imagine tender, juicy chicken cubes bursting with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Beijing. Whether you're a grilling novice or a seasoned chef, this recipe promises to be your new go-to dish that will impress family and friends with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- Skewers for grilling
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create the marinade. Whisk ingredients thoroughly until well blended.
- Cut chicken breast into uniform 1-inch cubes, ensuring even sizing for consistent cooking.
- Place chicken cubes into the marinade, ensuring each piece is completely coated. Cover and refrigerate for 20-25 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate the meat.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
- Remove chicken from marinade and thread cubes onto skewers, leaving small spaces between pieces for even heat distribution.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (approximately 375-400°F).
- Grill chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes to ensure all sides are evenly cooked and have nice grill marks.
- Check internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer for food safety.
- Remove from heat, let rest for 2-3 minutes, and serve hot with optional garnish of sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
Tips
- Marination is Key: Don't rush the marinating process. The 20-25 minutes allows the chicken to absorb all those incredible flavors.
- Skewer Smart: Leave small gaps between chicken cubes on the skewer to ensure even cooking and beautiful grill marks.
- Wooden Skewer Hack: Always soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Temperature Matters: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Rest and Garnish: Let the skewers rest for 2-3 minutes after grilling to lock in juices, and consider garnishing with sesame seeds or green onions for an extra flavor and visual pop.
- Versatility Tip: This recipe works great on both outdoor grills and indoor grill pans, so you can enjoy it year-round!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 75mg
