Description
These Honey Garlic Asian Chicken Kabobs are juicy, sweet, savory, and smoky—perfect for summer grilling or weeknight dinners. Marinated in a flavorful honey garlic soy sauce, they’re an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that pairs well with rice, noodles, or grilled veggies.
Ingredients
Units
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
- 1 small red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- Wooden or metal skewers
- For the marinade:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger)
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening leftover marinade into a glaze)
Instructions
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- Soak skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Make the marinade: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate the chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or bowl, pour in the marinade, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Assemble kabobs: Thread chicken and vegetables onto skewers, alternating pieces for color and even cooking.
- Preheat grill: Heat grill to medium-high heat (or preheat a grill pan).
- Grill: Place kabobs on the grill and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
- Optional glaze: Simmer remaining marinade (bring to a boil first) with cornstarch slurry until thickened, then brush over cooked kabobs for extra flavor.
Notes
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- Swap the chicken for shrimp or tofu for a pescatarian or vegetarian option.
- You can prep ahead by marinating the chicken and chopping veggies the night before.
- Serve over jasmine rice, noodles, or a crunchy slaw for a complete meal.
- Add pineapple chunks for a tropical twist!
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
