Ingredients
3 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon lime zest from one lime
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice from two limes
4 garlic cloves peeled and roughly chopped
1.5 square inches of fresh ginger peeled and roughly chopped
1.5 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
1.25 teaspoons salt
2.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs trimmed and cut into 2-inch chunks
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro for garnish
Whole sprigs of cilantro if desired
Lime wedges if desired
Instructions
1-Getting started with this honey lime chicken skewers recipe is straightforward and fun, blending the ingredients for a smooth marinade first. Begin by mixing soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, ginger, Sriracha, and salt until it’s all combined nicely. This step creates the base that infuses the chicken with that irresistible sweet and tangy flavor.
2-Next, reserve half a cup of the marinade for later drizzling, then marinate the chicken chunks in the rest for at least 6 hours or overnight in a sealed bag. This allows the flavors to really sink in, making the chicken tender and packed with taste. After marinating, thread the chicken onto skewers carefully to ensure even cooking.
3-Preheat your grill to medium-high and oil the grates to avoid sticking. Grill the skewers for 10 to 15 minutes, turning them occasionally until they’re golden brown and fully cooked. Finally, drizzle with the reserved marinade and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for a fresh finish. This method yields about six servings and helps prevent burning due to the honey in the mix.
Last Step:
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๐ Trim excess fat from chicken thighs before marinating for a leaner dish.
๐ฅ Monitor grill heat carefully to avoid burning the honey glaze.
๐ฟ Marinate overnight for deeper flavor and tender chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinating time: 6 hours or overnight
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free option
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 321 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 1147 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
