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Spicy chicken skewers recipe

Grilled spicy chicken skewers on a black plate

Make spicy chicken skewers on the grill for a flavorful dinner idea. Perfect for summer parties, BBQ nights, or easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup of rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup hot chili paste
  • 1/4 cup of fish sauce
  • 1/4 cup Sriracha
  • 2 teaspoons finely grated peeled ginger
  • 1 1/2lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 2-inch chunks)
  • 8 bamboo skewers (soaked in water for at least 1 hour)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl whisk together brown sugar, vinegar, chili paste, fish sauce, sriracha, and ginger. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat.
  2. Thread 4 to 5 of the chicken pieces onto each skewer.
  3. Transfer the marinade to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer until reduced by ½ (about 1 cup), 7-10 minutes.
  4. Lightly grease the grates of an outdoor grill. Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Add the chicken skewers and cook while turning to baste often with the reduced marinade until fully cooked (the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees F.), about 8 to 10 minutes.

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