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Grilled Shrimp and Chicken Kabobs

Grilled Shrimp and Chicken Kabobs with Sweet Sesame Glaze

Delicious Grilled Shrimp and Chicken Kabobs with Sweet Sesame Glaze for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 4 kabobs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Honey Substitute with agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium soy sauce can be used.
  • ¼ cup Hoisin Sauce Use more soy sauce if unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can be replaced with red onion.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Use less if substituting with powdered ginger.
Kabobs
  • 1 pound Shrimp Extra-large, peeled and deveined.
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Boneless, skinless.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Other fruits like mango can also work.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Yellow squash is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Peppers Green bell peppers can be used.
  • 1 medium Red Onion White onion can replace it.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes can be substituted.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Blender
  • Skewers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Make the marinade by blending honey, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, shallot, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
  2. Assemble skewers by threading shrimp, chicken, pineapple, zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
  3. Marinate the skewers with one-third of the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates.
  5. Grill the kabobs for about 4 minutes on one side, flip and baste with reserved marinade. Grill for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  6. Remove the kabobs from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kabobCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve with remaining honey sesame glaze and enjoy fresh. Leftovers are best stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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