Easy Grilled Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers (20-Minute Recipe)

Looking for an easy dinner idea? These Grilled Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers are sticky, sweet, savory, and ready in just 20 minutes! Tender chicken coated in a rich glaze makes this quick recipe an absolute crowd-pleaser for any weeknight.

Easy Grilled Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers (20-Minute Recipe)

If you're looking for a quick, mouthwatering dinner that tastes like it took hours to prep, these Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers are about to become your new best friend. Juicy cubes of chicken marinated in a caramelized honey-garlic glaze, grilled to perfection with gorgeous char marks, and finished with a fresh crunch.

Whether you're tossing them on an outdoor grill or using a indoor grill pan, this recipe is fast, simple, and packed with flavor.

Prep Time & Yield

• Prep time: 10 minutes

• Cook time: 10 minutes

• Total time: 20 minutes

• Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken Skewers:

• 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into 1-inch cubes

• 1 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

• Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soak in water for 15 minutes)

For the Honey Garlic Glaze:

• 1/3 cup honey

• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

• 4 cloves garlic, finely minced

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, to thicken sauce)

For the Garnish:

• 1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds

• 2 stalks green onions (scallions), thinly sliced

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Skewers & Chicken

If using wooden skewers, submerge them in water so they don't burn on the grill. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, cut into bite-sized cubes, and toss in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Thread the chicken pieces tightly onto your skewers.

2. Whip Up the Glaze

In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and sesame oil. Bring to a low simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly reduced. Optionally, stir in the cornstarch slurry if you prefer a thicker, stickier coat. Reserve half of the sauce in a separate bowl for dipping or final drizzling.

3. Fire Up the Grill

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C) and lightly oil the grates.

4. Grill & Baste

Place the chicken skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes total, flipping every 2 to 3 minutes to get nice char marks on all sides. During the last 3 minutes of cooking, brush the chicken generously with the pan glaze so it caramelizes onto the meat without burning.

5. Serve Warm

Remove the skewers from the heat once the internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drizzle with the reserved honey garlic glaze, then top with a light sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions.

Pro Tips for Success

• Don't burn the glaze: Honey has a high sugar content, which can char quickly. Always apply the thick glaze toward the end of grilling.

• Keep meat sizes uniform: Cutting chicken into equal 1-inch cubes ensures every piece cooks evenly at the exact same time.