Description
Juicy, sweet-savory Chinese chicken on a stick skewers, glazed with garlic-soy sauce and cooked to sticky perfection. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for grilling or baking.
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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¼ cup soy sauce
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2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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2 tbsp sesame oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp grated ginger
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Optional: 1 tbsp hoisin sauce, ½ tsp chili flakes
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Bell peppers, red onion, or pineapple (optional)
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Toasted sesame seeds & green onions for garnish
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Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
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Cut chicken into chunks and marinate for 1–12 hours in soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
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Thread chicken (and veggies) onto skewers.
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Simmer reserved marinade into a glaze.
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Grill or bake skewers, turning and basting until caramelized and cooked through.
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Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
Use thighs for best flavor. For gluten-free, use tamari. Add chili for heat or pineapple for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ marinate)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main
- Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired, Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Calories: ~210 per skewer