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Flavorful Firecracker Chicken Kebabs Recipe with Easy Honey Sriracha Glaze

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These firecracker chicken kebabs feature juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy honey sriracha glaze, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (to squeeze over before serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, toss the cubed chicken thighs with vegetable oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. Whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and fresh ginger in a small bowl until smooth; set aside.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 5 minutes).
  5. Thread chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.
  6. Grill kebabs for 4-5 minutes per side (total 12-15 minutes), brushing generously with honey sriracha glaze during the last 6-8 minutes to caramelize.
  7. Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer (165°F/74°C) or cut into a piece to ensure juices run clear.
  8. Remove kebabs from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Brush glaze on during the last few minutes to avoid burning the honey. Let kebabs rest after cooking to redistribute juices. Keep a spray bottle of water nearby to control flare-ups when grilling outdoors.

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