Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame

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Tender chicken pieces marinated in a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce, grilled to perfection and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 52 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil until combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
  5. Step 5: Remove skewers from the grill and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or salad.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 52 minutes (40 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Chicken Skewers with Sesame?

Asian Fusion chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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