Tahini Chicken Skewers

These marinated and grilled tahini chicken skewers are full of flavor, making them a perfect idea for a quick and easy summer BBQ dish.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 147 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 8 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
• 10 wooden skewers
• 5 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch strips
• 8 green onions, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place garlic, soy sauce, sugar, red wine vinegar, tahini, lemon juice, Sriracha sauce, and pepper in a food processor. Blend well until smooth.

Step 2

Pour the marinade into a zip-top bag; add chicken, green onions, and toasted sesame seeds. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to overnight.

Step 3

Meanwhile, place wooden skewers in a container filled with water and soak at least 2 hours.

Step 4

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Thread chicken onto skewers.

Step 5

Grill chicken skewers until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 3 minutes per side.