Description
These Spicy Honey Lime Chicken skewers are sweet, zesty, and fiery in all the right ways. Marinated in a bold mix of honey, lime, garlic, and Sriracha, then grilled to juicy perfection—this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for weeknights, cookouts, or anytime you want dinner to shine!
Ingredients
2½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts/tenders), cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
For the Honey Lime Marinade + Glaze:
3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
6 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp lime zest
3 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1½–2 limes)
4 garlic cloves, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
1½ tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1½ tbsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
1¼ tsp kosher salt
½ tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening glaze)
Instructions
Make the Marinade: In a bowl or blender, whisk together all marinade ingredients until smooth.
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken and half the marinade in a sealed bag or container. Marinate for 30 minutes (room temp) or up to 12 hours (refrigerated). Tip: If marinating overnight, omit lime juice and use extra zest.
Make the Glaze: Stir cornstarch into the reserved marinade and microwave for 1 minute to thicken. Set aside.
Prep Grill: Scrape, clean, and oil the grill. Heat to medium-high. Soak wooden skewers if using.
Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers. Pat dry and lightly spray with oil. Discard used marinade.
Grill: Cook skewers 9–12 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with glaze. Chicken should be golden and reach 160°F.
Serve: Rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and lime. Drizzle with extra glaze if desired.
Notes
For less spice, reduce Sriracha or substitute with sweet chili sauce.
No grill? Use a grill pan or broil skewers on high, flipping once.
Great leftovers for wraps, salads, or rice bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ marinating time)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg