Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these mouthwatering Grilled Sesame Chicken Kabobs! Imagine tender, juicy chicken pieces infused with a perfect balance of sesame, soy, and honey, charred to smoky perfection and sprinkled with toasty sesame seeds. This recipe is not just a meal; it's a quick, easy, and incredibly delicious journey through Asian-inspired flavors that will have your family and friends begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Skewers
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic to create a marinade.
- Add cubed chicken breast to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20-30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F).
- Thread marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece to ensure even cooking.
- Lightly oil grill grates to prevent sticking and place kabobs on the hot surface.
- Grill chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, rotating to ensure even charring and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle sesame seeds over kabobs to toast them lightly.
- Remove kabobs from grill and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional sesame seeds and optional chopped green onions.
Tips
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Don't rush the marinating process. While 30 minutes works, letting the chicken sit for up to 2 hours will allow deeper flavor penetration.
- Wooden Skewer Hack: Always soak wooden skewers in water for 20-30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Even Cooking is Key: Leave a small space between chicken cubes on the skewer to ensure even heat distribution and perfect grilling.
- Temperature Matters: Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Rest Your Meat: Let the kabobs rest for 3-5 minutes after grilling to help redistribute juices, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Optional Garnish: Enhance presentation and flavor by sprinkling extra sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 85mg
