Description
These Sizzling Honey Lime Chicken Skewers are a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Marinated in a zesty mixture of honey, lime juice, and spices, these grilled chicken skewers are a delicious addition to any summer cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1.5-inch pieces)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Metal or soaked wooden skewers
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Prepare a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving space between each piece.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and charred.
- Serve: Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Brush reserved marinade on skewers for extra flavor during grilling.
- Chicken breast can be used as an alternative to thighs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
