Chinese Style Skewered Chicken

Fire up your grill for this irresistibly flavorful Chinese Style Skewered Chicken! Juicy, tender chunks of boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a hint of five-spice powder, creating a savory-sweet glaze that bursts with umami. Perfectly charred on skewers and garnished with fresh scallions and sesame seeds, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Serve these mouthwatering skewers as a standalone appetizer, or pair them with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a simple yet satisfying meal. This dish brings authentic Chinese flavors to your table with minimal effort—all in under an hour of active cooking time!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Boneless chicken thighs
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Five-spice powder
• 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
• 12 pieces Wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.

Step 2

Thoroughly clean and trim the chicken thighs, then cut them into bite-sized chunks, approximately 1.5 inches in size.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, white pepper, and five-spice powder.

Step 4

Add the chicken chunks to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for deeper flavor.

Step 5

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. If using a grill, lightly oil the grate to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Thread the marinated chicken chunks onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.

Step 7

Grill the chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred. Brush the skewers with any leftover marinade during the last few minutes of grilling for extra flavor.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the skewers rest for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot as an appetizer or pair with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(709.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1187.3

Total Fat 67.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 434.3mg	0%
Sodium 3462.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 108.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188.0mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1414.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.6%

Protein: 35.4%

Carbs: 15.0%