Ginger-Spiced Chicken Skewers with Peanut Dipping Sauce

These Asian-inspired chicken skewers are bold, savory, and just the right amount of spicy. Boneless skinless chicken thighs are marinated in soy, sriracha, and your homemade gingerbread spice mix, then grilled to juicy perfection and served with a creamy, spicy peanut dipping sauce. Perfect for a flavorful dinner, party platter, or summer grilling night.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

marinating 30

Ingredients

For the Chicken Skewers

1½-2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tbsp avocado oil
2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
1½ tsp gingerbread spice mix
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1-2 tsp sriracha or hot sauce
1/2 tsp kosher salt

Optional Add-Ins

Chopped scallions
Fresh cilantro
Crushed peanuts

For the Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce

1/2 cup natural peanut butter
2-3 tbsp warm water (to thin)
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp rice vinegar
1/2 tsp gingerbread spice mix
1-2 tsp sriracha or hot sauce (to taste)
pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

How to Cut the Chicken

Option 1: Chunks
Trim off any large fat or connective tissue.
Cut each thigh into 1½-inch chunks, keeping them uniform for even cooking.
Pat dry if the pieces are overly wet.
Option 2: Strips
Trim as above.
Slice thighs lengthwise into ½- to ¾-inch wide strips.
Fold or ribbon each strip onto skewers for even grilling.

Marinate the Chicken

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, gingerbread spice, sriracha, and salt. Add the chicken and toss to coat thoroughly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.

Prepare the Peanut Sauce

Whisk all sauce ingredients together in a bowl, thinning with warm water to your desired consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Assemble and Cook

Soak wooden skewers in water if using.
Thread marinated chicken (chunks or strips) onto skewers.
Grill: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Cook for 4–6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is charred and reaches 165°F internally.
Stovetop Option: Use a cast iron or grill pan, following the same timing.

Serve

Serve hot with your favorite optional add-ins and a side of spicy peanut sauce for dipping.

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