Chinese Chicken On A Stick Recipe

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Chinese Chicken On A Stick is a popular street food in China, featuring tender and flavorful chicken skewers marinated in a savory and slightly sweet sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick and delicious meal or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at a party.

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions: How to Cook Chinese Chicken On A Stick

  1. In a bowl, combine garlic, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well to make the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers.
  4. Grill the chicken skewers for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred, basting with any remaining marinade while grilling.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken skewers from the grill and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish.
  6. Serve the Chinese Chicken On A Stick hot with a side of steamed rice or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Chinese Chicken On A Stick Recipe