If you're searching for a quick main dish that's both flavorful and crowd-pleasing, these easy Sesame Chicken Skewers are the answer! Not only do they come together in no time, but they're also incredibly versatile. Whether you're preparing a simple weeknight dinner or need a hot appetizer for guests, these skewers fit the bill. Best of all, they stay tender and juicy—as long as you don’t overcook them. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, this juicy grilled chicken recipe is bound to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
These skewers are so easy and perfect for anything from an appetizer, lunch or dinner! I cut mine into cubes but you can also use a tender just weave it on the skewer!
If you need more grilling recipes try my Favorite Steak Kabobs AND my Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs !
Ingredients
- sugar
- soy sauce
- dry sherry
- sesame oil
- rice wine vinegar
- garlic
- ginger
- chicken breasts
- sesame seeds
See exact quantities in recipe card below.
Instructions
Prepare the marinade in a zip top baggie. Add chicken and let marinate for at least 30 minutes. if it has all day that is even better! While it's marinating be sure and turn that bag every so often. Heat the grill to 400 degrees and skewer on the chicken. Discard and extra marinade. Grill the skewers for about 10 minutes rotating half way through. Once the internal temp reached 160 go ahead and pull them off and sprinkle with sesame seeds. There is a broil option as well in the recipe card. See the recipe in action below!
Variations
- Make it a Meal - Since this is more of an appetizer/main dish it is only chicken. To make it more of a meal add some veggies...like onions, peppers etc.
Equipment
I absolutely love to grill! All the heat stays outside and the flavor is always so much better! I believe having the right tools makes cooking and grilling so much more enjoyable. Here is a link to some of my favorite supplies.
Storage
These stay fresh in an airtight container for 3-4 days. I love to reheat mine in a skillet on the stove with a little olive oil or in the air fryer.
Serving Ideas
I like to make a separate batch of the marinade and add a Tablespoon of brown sugar and cook on low until thickened. You can baste the skewers with this right when they come off or add it to the side to dip.
If I am serving this as a main dish it tastes great with either Jasmine rice or a batch of fried rice. Saute some veggies or make a salad and you have a great meal!
Sides
Grilling Recipes
Sesame Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons dry sherry
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove pressed
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 boneless/skinless chicken breast halves cut into bite-size pieces
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
Instructions
- Shake together first 6 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag; add chicken. Seal and chill at least 30 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade. Thread chicken onto skewers, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Grill at 400° for 10-12 minutes until chicken reaches 160°.
- Alternatively you can broil: Arrange skewers on a lightly greased 15- x 10-inch jellyroll pan. Broil 3 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially open) 5 minutes on each side or until done. Serve immediately.
Serving Option
- Mix marinade ingredients in a small saucepan with 1 Tablespoon brown sugar and stir on low until slightly thickened. About 5 minutes. Baste chicken at end or serve as a dipping sauce.
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