Tahini Chicken Skewers

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These tahini Asian chicken skewers are marinated and grilled. Delicious for a easy, quick summer BBQ!

Submitted by Hannah Elliott
Updated on January 4, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
10 skewers
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 8 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed

  • ½ cup soy sauce

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons tahini

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce

  • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

  • 5 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch strips

  • 8 green onions, diced

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

  • 10 wooden skewers

Directions

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

  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.

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

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

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

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

147 Calories
4g Fat
14g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 147
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 801mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 14g 28%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 52mg 4%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 199mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.