5 from 10 votes
Grilled Honey Soy Chicken Thigh Skewers
These Grilled Honey Soy Chicken Thigh Skewers combine marinated boneless chicken thigh pieces with red onion, bell peppers, zucchini, and summer squash threaded onto skewers for grilling. The marinade balances soy sauce, honey, garlic, and Dijon mustard, infusing the chicken with a savory-sweet flavor. Grilling imparts charred grill marks and caramelization, complementing the tender juiciness of the chicken and the slightly crisp, smoky vegetables.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
331 kcal
Course:
Lunch
Cuisine:
Asian, International
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken thigh between 8 - 10 pieces, boneless, skinless
- ⅓ cup soy sauce or tamari if gluten-free
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic minced (~ 1 teaspoon, cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small red onion quartered into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large zucchini cut into ½-inch coins
- 1 large summer squash cut into ½-inch coins
Instructions
- Trim excess fat off the chicken and cut into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch each). Set to the side.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, dijon mustard, garlic cloves, salt, and pepper.
- Add trimmed chicken to a large zip lock bag or mixing bowl along with half of the marinade, saving the remaining marinade for grilling. Carefully shake the bag so all chicken is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 6 hours for maximum flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375 - 400°F) and wipe down with nonstick spray or oil dipped paper towel.
- Thread the skewers by alternating chicken and veggies. If some chicken pieces are too long and thin, fold in half when threading onto the skewer. If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for 30 minutes so they do not burn on the grill.
- Place skewers on heated grill and cook each side for 3 - 4 minutes until lightly charred with grill marks and cooked through. This will take about 10 - 13 minutes total.
- Transfer skewers to a serving platter and let them sit for 5 minutes. Drizzle the extra sauce on top or serve on the side and enjoy!
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Notes
- Store cooked skewers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop for best texture and flavor retention.
Nutrition Information
Calories
331kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
47g
(94%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
215mg
(72%)
Sodium
650mg
(27%)
Potassium
931mg
(20%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
303IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
43mg
(48%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 331
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 331kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 215mg | 72% |
| Sodium | 650mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 931mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 303IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.