Description
Sizzling spicy honey garlic chicken skewers with mango salsa bring Caribbean flavors dancing across your plate. Juicy grilled chicken marinated in sweet-hot sauce pairs perfectly with fresh fruity salsa, promising a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds (700 grams) chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Marinades and Sauces:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or hot sauce
Spices and Seasonings:
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Wooden skewers
Mango Salsa Ingredients:
- 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeno, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt
Garnishes:
- Extra cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, sriracha, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Immerse chicken pieces thoroughly in the marinade, ensuring each morsel is completely coated. Seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours, allowing flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Craft a zesty mango salsa by combining diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno, and fresh cilantro in a separate bowl. Squeeze lime juice and sprinkle salt, gently tossing to integrate the ingredients.
- Carefully thread marinated chicken onto skewers, maintaining small gaps between pieces to promote uniform cooking and optimal heat distribution.
- For grilling, heat to medium-high and cook skewers 4-5 minutes per side until chicken achieves a golden char and reaches full doneness.
- Alternatively, use a grill pan or stovetop skillet, rotating skewers periodically to ensure even caramelization and thorough cooking.
- Oven method involves baking at 400F for 18-20 minutes, flipping midway, then broiling 2-3 minutes for a crisp exterior.
- Present skewers on a decorative platter, garnishing with fresh cilantro and lime wedges to enhance visual appeal and provide optional tangy accents.
- Accompany the dish with prepared mango salsa, allowing guests to spoon or dip as desired, creating an interactive and flavorful dining experience.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by marinating chicken for the full 2 hours, allowing the honey and spices to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing sriracha and cayenne pepper according to personal heat tolerance.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for sensitive diets.
- Prevent wooden skewers from burning by soaking them in water for 30 minutes before threading chicken, ensuring even cooking and preventing charring.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg