Chili, Lime & Honey Glazed Chicken Skewers

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Serves 4 to 6

The fresh, bold flavors in these sweet-and-spicy chicken skewers are ideal for any crowd, and they’re versatile enough to serve as appetizers or with a meal.

Ingredients (Chicken)

  • 1½ pounds Smart Chicken tenders, cut in half lengthwise

  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Ingredients (Marinade)

  • ¼ cup sugar

  • ¼ cup honey

  • ½ cup rice vinegar

  • ½ cup Thai chili paste (such as sambal oelek)

  • ½ cup pineapple juice

  • 1 lime juice

  • ¼ cup fish sauce

  • ¼ cup Sriracha

  • 2 teaspoons dried ground ginger

Directions

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the marinade ingredients. Heat on the stovetop until simmering. Continue to simmer until the mixture is reduced by half and reaches a light glaze-like consistency. Remove from heat and chill completely.

Once cooled, measure out half a cup of the marinade and set aside for basting. Place the split chicken tenders in a dish and cover with the remaining marinade. Cover and refrigerate at least one hour or up to six.

Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Thread the chicken tenders lengthwise onto the skewers. Place on the grill so that the wooden skewers overhang the outside rim. Turn the skewers often to prevent burning/sticking, and baste with the reserved marinade with every turn. Total time on the grill should be about 5 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.

Recipe created by Anthony Finck, Chef, Cassidy's Restaurant, Portland, Oregon