Easy Grilled Asian Chicken Skewers with Honey Garlic Sauce

Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for Easy Grilled Asian Chicken Skewers with Honey Garlic Sauce:

For the Chicken Skewers:
1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8-10 wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before use)
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Sliced green onions (for garnish)

In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and black pepper.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.

Place the chicken skewers on the preheated grill.
Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

These Grilled Asian Chicken Skewers with Honey Garlic Sauce are perfect for a summer barbecue or an easy weeknight dinner! Enjoy!