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honey sriracha grilled chicken skewers brushed with glaze on outdoor grill

Grilled Chicken Skewers

 Juicy, smoky grilled chicken skewers brushed with a sticky honey–sriracha glaze that caramelizes beautifully over the flame. Big flavor, simple prep, crowd-killer.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

CHICKEN SKEWERS
  • 2.7 kg chicken thighs cut into 2-inch pieces
  • tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • tsp smoked paprika
  • tsp garlic powder
  • tsp onion powder
  • item wooden or metal skewers
HONEY SRIRACHA GLAZE
  • 180 g sriracha
  • 170 g unsalted butter
  • 220 g honey
GARNISH
  •  item fresh cilantro chopped

Method
 

Prep the Chicken
  1.  Bring the chicken to room temp for 15–20 minutes. Cut into even 2-inch chunks and toss thoroughly with Cajun seasoning until every surface is coated.
Skewer the Chicken
  1.  If using wooden skewers, soak them for 30 minutes. Thread 4–6 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, leaving small gaps so the heat can circulate.
Make the Honey Sriracha Glaze
  1.  In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in sriracha and honey until smooth and glossy. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Preheat the Grill
  1.  Heat grill to 375–400°F (190–205°C). Clean and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the Skewers
  1.  Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12–15 minutes, turning every 3–4 minutes until nicely charred and nearly cooked through (165°F internal temp).
Glaze & Finish
  1.  During the final 3–4 minutes, brush generously with the honey sriracha glaze. Let it bubble and caramelize lightly, turning once more for even coating.
Rest & Serve
  1.  Remove from the grill, rest 2–3 minutes, then garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with extra glaze on the side.

Notes

  • For deeper caramelization, glaze twice: once on the grill, once right before serving.
  • If the glaze starts to burn, move the skewers to indirect heat — honey scorches fast.
  • Works beautifully with chicken breast as well; just reduce cooking time slightly.