Description
Succulent honey chicken kabobs bring Middle Eastern grilling magic to home kitchens with sweet and savory flavors. Marinated chicken pieces caramelize beautifully over flames, delivering a delicious meal you can enjoy with family and friends.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
Marinade Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Vegetable Ingredients:
- Assorted vegetables for kabobs (bell peppers, onions, zucchini)
Additional Items:
- Skewers
Instructions
- Craft a luxurious marinade by blending honey, soy sauce, vegetable oil, freshly cracked black pepper, and finely minced garlic in a mixing bowl.
- Immerse chicken cubes thoroughly in the aromatic mixture, ensuring complete coating. Seal and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Prepare outdoor grill to medium heat (approximately 375°F), and lightly lubricate cooking grates to prevent sticking.
- Construct colorful skewers by carefully threading marinated chicken pieces and selected vegetables in an alternating pattern for visual appeal and balanced flavor.
- Position kabobs on preheated grill, rotating every 3-4 minutes to ensure uniform cooking and prevent burning. Continue grilling for 12-15 minutes until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables develop enticing caramelized edges.
- While grilling, periodically baste kabobs with reserved marinade to enhance moisture and intensify flavor profile.
- Remove from heat, let rest for 2-3 minutes to redistribute juices, then serve piping hot for maximum gustatory satisfaction.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor infusion, up to 8 hours in the refrigerator for maximum taste development.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning during grilling.
- For a gluten-free version, replace traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the same umami profile.
- Consider adding pineapple chunks to skewers for a tropical twist that complements the honey’s sweetness and helps tenderize the meat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 214 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg