Description
These delicious Honey Chicken Kabobs feature tender chicken breast cubes marinated in a sweet and savory honey-soy mixture. Grilled alongside vibrant vegetables, these kabobs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a summer cookout or a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Marinade:
- ⅓ cup honey
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Kabobs:
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1-inch cubes
- 5 small onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 medium red bell peppers, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or whole as preferred
- 12 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large glass bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, vegetable oil, and ground black pepper until well combined to create the flavorful marinade.
- Reserve marinade for basting: Remove 1/4 cup of the prepared marinade and transfer it to a small jar with a sealable lid; this will be used for basting the kabobs while grilling.
- Marinate chicken and vegetables: Add the cubed chicken, chopped onions, red bell peppers, and garlic to the remaining marinade in the large bowl. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for more intense flavor.
- Prepare the grill: When ready to cook, preheat an outdoor grill to high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the kabobs: Drain the marinade from the chicken and vegetables, discarding the excess marinade. Thread the chicken pieces and vegetables alternately onto the soaked bamboo skewers to create colorful kabobs.
- Grill the kabobs: Place the assembled kabobs onto the preheated grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning frequently and brushing often with the reserved marinade, until the chicken is evenly browned on all sides and cooked through without any pink remaining in the center.
- Serve: Remove kabobs from the grill, serve hot, and enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of these honey soy chicken kabobs.
Notes
- For vegetable variety, substitute fresh mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or other favorite grilling veggies.
- Marinating overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness of the chicken.
- If an outdoor grill is unavailable, these kabobs can be cooked under a broiler indoors.
- Ensure bamboo skewers are soaked in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
