Asian BBQ Chicken Skewers

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These Asian BBQ Chicken Skewers are sticky, savory, and totally addictive-your grill just met its new favorite recipe.

Asian BBQ chicken skewers piled on white ceramic plate with fork, blue napkin, and greens

As soon as it heats up outside, we ditch the oven and head to the grill. Like our Jerk Chicken Skewers, Asian BBQ Chicken Skewers are one of our summer favorites-quick to make, packed with flavor, and no need to crank up the A/C.

The sweet and spicy Korean glaze clings perfectly to grilled chicken thighs, which stay juicy and tender every time. These skewers also make killer leftovers, so be sure to double the batch and make Chicken Street Tacos the next day.

Serve them with: a cool side like our Crunchy Asian Salad, Old Fashioned Potato Salad, or No Mayo Coleslaw.

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Asian BBQ Chicken Skewers recipe

Ingredients

CHICKEN THIGHS: boneless and skinless chicken thighs
RICE VINEGAR: rice vinegar adds depth and acidity
GOCHUJANG: Korean Gochujang Paste adds just the right amount of heat
SOY SAUCE: regular soy sauce (Tamari) or low sodium soy sauce
CILANTRO: fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
GARLIC: fresh garlic cloves, chopped
HONEY: use local honey if you can
GINGER: we used ground ginger powder
SESAME SEEDS: use sesame seeds as garnish
RED PEPPER FLAKES: crushed red pepper flakes
CORIANDER: ground coriander

*see recipe card for quantities.

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Use chicken thighs (rather than chicken breasts) for this recipe. They are moist, juicy, and absorb the flavors of the Asian BBQ Sauce very well.

Instructions

Prepare chicken: Cut each chicken thigh into thirds and place them onto skewers.
Gill Chicken: Heat grill and cook chicken for 3 minutes on each side over high heat.
Make Asian BBQ Sauce: While chicken is cooking, combine all remaining ingredients except for sesame seeds and whisk to combine.
Brush sauce on chicken: Once chicken has cooked on both sides, brush sauce evenly on chicken and grill another 3 minutes on each side while lowering grill to medium high heat or until done.
Garnish and serve: Place on serving plate and garnish with sesame seeds.

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Storage

Store: Let the chicken skewers cool completely, then remove the chicken from skewers and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Reheat: warm chicken in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through. For best flavor, avoid overcooking when reheating to keep the chicken juicy.

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Asian BBQ chicken skewers piled on white ceramic plate with fork and blue napkin

FAQ

What is Asian BBQ flavor?

Asian BBQ flavor typically combines sweet, savory, and spicy elements-often using soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and sometimes gochujang (Korean chili paste). It's bold, umami-rich, and perfect for grilling.

What kind of chicken is best for skewers?

We recommend using boneless, skinless chicken thighs for skewers. They stay juicy on the grill and absorb the marinade better than chicken breasts, making them ideal for recipes like these Asian BBQ chicken skewers.

Can I cook these chicken skewers without a grill?

Absolutely. If you don't have a grill, Asian BBQ Chicken Skewers can be cooked in a grill pan or even baked in the oven at 400°F. Just be sure to get a bit of char to mimic that grilled flavor.

What sides go well with Asian BBQ chicken skewers?

These skewers pair perfectly with fried rice, pickled vegetables, or cold dishes like our Crunchy Asian Salad or No Mayo Coleslaw . The cool, crisp sides balance the bold, spicy chicken.

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