Hunan-style Spicy Chicken Skewers (湖南辣鸡串)

湖南辣鸡串 is a popular dish in Hunan cuisine known for its spicy and flavorful chicken skewers. This recipe will guide you through creating these delicious skewers at home.

Hunan-style Spicy Chicken Skewers (湖南辣鸡串)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp chili paste
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp minced ginger
  • 1/2 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 8 skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, chili paste, garlic, ginger, and Chinese five-spice powder.
  2. Add the chicken chunks to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers.
  4. Heat a stovetop grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the chicken skewers for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  6. Sprinkle chopped scallions and cilantro on top before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Bowl Grill or grill pan

Tools

Skewers Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the 湖南辣鸡串 with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables.

Tips & tricks

For extra spiciness, add more chili paste to the marinade according to your preference.

Cost

$15