Ingredients
- 3 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- 4 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 1/4 pounds chicken thighs cut into bite-sized chunks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Green onions sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce, water, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, honey, toasted sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small pot over medium-high heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes, then bring to a boil.
- Combine cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until fully dissolved. Add this mixture to the boiling sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until it thickens.
- Carefully thread chicken pieces onto pre-soaked skewers. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and brush lightly with vegetable oil.
- Heat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium. Grill the chicken for 4 minutes on each side.
- Brush the chicken with the prepared sauce, and grill for an extra 2 minutes per side.
- Brush one more time with sauce and grill for another minute per side. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
