Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers

Sweet, savory, and lightly sticky, these honey garlic chicken skewers are made for New Year’s Eve snacking. They cook fast, look festive on a platter, and deliver big flavor without a lot of prep. Perfect for ringing in the new year with something warm, glossy, and crowd-friendly.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Wooden skewers, soaked 20 minutes

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
2. Add chicken pieces and toss until fully coated. Marinate for 20-30 minutes.
3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil grates.
4. Thread marinated chicken evenly onto soaked skewers.
5. Grill for 10-12 minutes total, turning every 3-4 minutes, until cooked through and lightly caramelized.
6. Remove from heat and let rest 2 minutes before serving.

Tip

For extra shine, brush the skewers with leftover marinade during the final turn on the grill for a glossy, party-perfect finish.

Serve these skewers hot off the grill or warm on a platter, and watch them disappear before the countdown even starts.

Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers

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• Author: Holly Carter
• Total Time: 32 minutes
• Yield: 4–6 servings 1x

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Description

Sweet and savory honey garlic chicken skewers that cook quickly and make an easy New Year’s Eve party appetizer.

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Ingredients

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1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces

1/3 cup honey

1/4 cup soy sauce

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Wooden skewers, soaked 20 minutes

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Instructions

1. Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.

2. Add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 20-30 minutes.

3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and oil lightly.

4. Thread chicken onto skewers.

5. Grill 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until cooked through and caramelized.

6. Rest 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Brush with extra marinade during grilling for added shine and flavor.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Grilling
• Cuisine: American