Sweet and Zesty Honey-Lime Grilled Chicken Skewers
Time to fire up the grill for these tantalizing chicken skewers flavoured with a sweet and tangy honey-lime marinade. The burst of citrus, the kick of ginger and cayenne pepper, topped with a honey glaze, create the perfect balance of flavors guaranteed to please your taste buds!
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, ginger, fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create the marinade.
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Put the chicken cubes in a large resealable bag, then pour the marinade over them, making sure all pieces are coated.
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Press out the excess air from the bag, seal it, and massage the bag gently to evenly distribute the marinade.
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Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
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Preheat the grill to medium heat (around 375 degrees Fahrenheit).
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While the grill heats up, thread about 6 pieces of chicken onto each pre-soaked wooden skewer.
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Lightly brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent the skewers from sticking.
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Grill the chicken skewers for 7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Serve hot off the grill, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for added flavor and color.