Sesame Chicken Skewers with Orange Dipping Sauce

Tender chicken marinated in sesame and soy sauce, grilled to perfection, and served with a bright and flavorful orange dipping sauce. A perfect appetizer or light meal!

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

35 minutes

Calories

450

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.81

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Ingredients

Servings

1.5lbsBoneless, skinless chicken thighs(Cut into 1-inch cubes)

£4.50

0.3cupSoy sauce(Low sodium recommended)

£0.25

2tablespoonsSesame oil(Toasted sesame oil preferred)

£0.35

1tablespoonRice vinegar

£0.10

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

1teaspoonGinger(Grated)

£0.10

1tablespoonHoney

£0.20

0.3teaspoonBlack pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.05

0.5cupOrange juice(Freshly squeezed preferred)

£0.50

1teaspoonOrange zest

£0.05

2tablespoonsRice vinegar

£0.10

1tablespoonSoy sauce(Low sodium recommended)

£0.25

2tablespoonsHoney

£0.20

1teaspoonCornstarch(Mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water)

£0.05

1tablespoonSesame seeds(For garnish (optional))

£0.15

2tablespoonsGreen onions(Chopped, for garnish (optional))

£0.25

Total Cost

£7.25

£1.81 per serving

The Method

1
In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, honey, and black pepper. Mix well.
2
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
3
While the chicken marinates, prepare the orange dipping sauce. In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
4
Stir in the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with cold water) and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
5
Preheat your grill to medium heat.
6
Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers.
7
Grill the chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with the orange dipping sauce.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

15g

6% of RDA

Fat

22g

31% of RDA

Protein

45g

90% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

12 g

13% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

5 g

25% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.

You can also bake the chicken skewers in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through, flipping halfway through.

Adjust the amount of honey in the dipping sauce to your liking, depending on your preferred level of sweetness.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Mixing Bowls

Skewers

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Chef's Tips

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.

You can also bake the chicken skewers in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through, flipping halfway through.

Adjust the amount of honey in the dipping sauce to your liking, depending on your preferred level of sweetness.

Sesame Chicken Skewers with Orange Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

The Method