Honey Garlic Asian Chicken Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 50 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian, American, International
Honey Garlic Asian Chicken Kabobs
Description
The recipe starts with a marinade combining oyster sauce, ketchup, honey, chili garlic sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, and fresh ginger mixed with water. Chicken thigh chunks soak in this mixture for at least two hours up to eight to absorb the complex flavors. After draining, the chicken is threaded onto skewers, brushed with canola oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, and grilled over medium heat.
Grilling the kabobs until cooked through develops a slightly caramelized exterior while maintaining juicy and tender meat inside. Brushing with reserved marinade toward the end adds extra glaze and flavor. The garnishes of sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds provide a fresh, nutty contrast and nice visual appeal.
These kabobs can be served as a main dish alongside rice or vegetables. Their robust Asian-inspired marinade makes them suitable for casual gatherings or a satisfying family dinner. Adjust grill time based on skewer size and heat to ensure doneness.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger freshly grated
- 2 pounds chicken thighs cut into 1-inch chunks, boneless, skinless
- 1 ½ tablespoons canola oil
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds toasted
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine oyster sauce, ketchup, honey, chili garlic sauce, Dijon, garlic, ginger and 1 tablespoon water. Reserve 1/3 cup and set aside.
- In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine oyster sauce mixture and chicken; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, up to 8 hours, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade.
- Thread chicken onto skewers. Brush with canola oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Add skewers to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until the chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes. Brush skewers with reserved oyster sauce mixture, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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