Firecracker Chicken Skewers

5 from 2 votes

Firecracker Chicken Skewers

These Firecracker Chicken Skewers are sweet, spicy, juicy, and easy to make. Marinated in hot sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic, they're perfect for weeknight dinners, cookouts, meal prep, and summer grilling.

Course Appetizer, dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Asian-inspired

Keyword chicken, grilled, quick, spicy

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

marinating 20

Servings servings

Calories 193kcal

Author Paula

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into chunks (450 g)
2 Tablespoons hot sauce like Frank’s RedHot
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
2 Tablespoon soy sauce
1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
1 Tablespoon oil vegetable or sesame
2 medium garlic cloves minced
½ teaspoon chili flakes optional, for more heat

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Firecracker Marinade

In a bowl, mix hot sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, oil, minced garlic, and chili flakes (if using).
2 Tablespoons hot sauce, 2 Tablespoons brown sugar, 2 Tablespoon soy sauce, 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 Tablespoon oil, 2 medium garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon chili flakes

Step 2: Marinate the Chicken

Add chicken pieces to the marinade and mix to coat. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge).
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast

Step 3: Skewer the Chicken

Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a bit of space between each piece for even cooking.

Step 4: Cook the Skewers

Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly charred. Baste with leftover marinade halfway through cooking if desired.

Step 5: Serve

Serve hot with steamed rice, noodles, or a fresh salad.

Notes

Serve my most requested Coca-Cola Pie for dessert!

🥡 Storage

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Warm in a skillet or oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.

❄️ Freezing

Freeze uncooked marinated chicken for up to 1 month. Thaw before cooking.

💡 Tips for the Best Results

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
Cut chicken pieces into similar-sized chunks for even cooking.
Add chopped bell pepper or onion to the skewers for variety.
For extra heat, increase the chili flakes or add a little sriracha.
Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts.
Double the recipe for parties and cookouts or for dipping.

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