Easy Honey Garlic Grilled Chicken Skewers (Simple Summer Marinade)

There’s nothing I love more than planning meals around grilling in the summer. It’s quick to prep, even quicker to clean up, and in my opinion, grilled meat tastes 100% better than meat cooked all other ways. This recipe for easy honey garlic grilled chicken skewers is my go-to and the perfect option for an easy weeknight dinner.

This recipe only require a few ingredients, and you likely have them in your pantry already. Scroll down for the printable recipe or read on for tips, swaps, and serving ideas.

More Summer Recipes You’ll Love

• Herb Potato Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette Recipe (No Mayo)
• Whipped Feta & Herb Dip
• Strawberry Basil Spritz with Prosecco and Elderflower

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It’s ready in under 30 minutes (plus marinade time)
• Perfect for grilling season (or an indoor grill pan in the colder months)
• Uses ingredients you likely have on hand
• Easy to prep ahead

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Chicken breasts – cubed for even cooking
• Soy sauce – adds salt and umami
• Honey – natural sweetness and caramelization
• Olive oil – for richness and to coat the chicken
• Garlic – bold, aromatic flavour
• Black pepper – a little extra flavour
• Parsley (for garnish) – optional but adds freshness

How to Make Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers

You can watch the step-by-step tutorial on my Instagram.

1. Make the marinade: Add all ingredients to a large bowl and stir to combine.
2. Marinate the chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the bowl with the marinade, stir to combine until all are evenly coated. Ideally, you’ll want to marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour to overnight.
3. Soak the skewers, if using bamboo: these are the bamboo skewers I use, and here’s a great metal option if you want something reusable.
4. Assemble the skewers: gently slide the marinated chicken cubes onto the skewers.
5. Grill the chicken skewers: place on the hot grill and cook for 12-15 minutes total, turning halfway
6. Add the garnish: Just before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, mint, or basil. Serve warm.

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Tips for Success

Overall, this recipe is super simple but there are a few things that will make a big difference in the preparation and cooking:

• Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even grilling
• Don’t skip soaking the skewers if using wood (this prevents burning)
• Preheat the grill for a good sear
• Baste with extra marinade (set some aside beforehand)
• Use a meat thermometer (165°F internal temp)

Variations & Substitutions

This recipe can be made with a number of swaps and variations, depending on your preference and what you have on hand. Here are a few of my favourites:

• Swap soy sauce for coconut aminos for a gluten-free version
• Use boneless chicken thighs for extra juiciness
• Add veggies to skewers (bell peppers, red onion, zucchini)
• Make it spicy with chili flakes or sriracha

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What to Serve With Chicken Skewers

All you’ll need for a well-rounded meal is some type of simple side dish or salad! Here are a few of my go to’s:

• Herby potato salad
• Grilled corn or summer vegetables
• Rice or couscous
• A fresh green salad with vinaigrette

Storage & Reheating Tips

I love to make a double batch of this recipe to have on hand for easy lunches, it reheats well and is just as good the next day. Here are my tips for storing & reheating:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge (up to 3 days)
• Reheat on the grill or in a skillet until warmed through
• Great for meal prep or lunch wraps

Pin this recipe to save it for your next summer gathering or tag me on Instagram @gingerdeb.house if you make it, I’d love to see your version of the easy honey garlic grilled chicken skewers.

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