Imagine four perfectly grilled chicken skewers placed in a row on a sleek, dark plate. Each skewer is generously painted with a glossy, rich, dark red Szechuan sauce and crowned with bright green chive leaves. The plate is lightly speckled with drops of golden Chive Infused Oil which casts a vibrant sheen.

Szechuan BBQ Chicken Skewers with Chive Infused Oil

Name: Szechuan BBQ Chicken Skewers with Chive Infused Oil
Prep time: 130 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 145 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 bunch of chives, 1 bunch chopped into 2-inch strands; 4 chicken breasts, 4 cut into cubes; Szechuan sauce, 1 cup; sesame oil, 2 tablespoons; soy sauce, 2 tablespoons; honey, 1 tablespoon; garlic, 4 cloves minced; salt, to taste; vegetable oil, 1/2 cup; skewers, 8

Category BBQ

Prep 130 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Chinese

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily Recipe: February 19, 2025

Make February brighter and warmer with this Chinese BBQ fusion called Szechuan BBQ Chicken Skewers with Chive Infused Oil. This dish is inspired by the flavors of traditional Szechuan recipes and uses aromatic charred chives, creating an unforgettable taste and aroma. The BBQ chicken has a delectable blend of sweet and spicy flavors, balanced with the characteristic savory-tang of Szechuan sauce.

Ingredients (for 4)

1 bunch of chives - 1 bunch - chopped into 2-inch strands
4 chicken breasts - 4 - cut into cubes
Szechuan sauce - 1 cup
Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
Honey - 1 tablespoon
Garlic - 4 cloves - minced
Salt - to taste
Vegetable oil - 1/2 cup
Skewers - 8

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍯🥣🌙

Combine cubed chicken, minced garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and half of the Szechuan sauce in a bowl. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight for the best flavor.
Step 2 - 💦⏲️🔥

Immerse the skewers in water for 30 minutes. This will prevent them from burning when you grill the skewers.
Step 3 - 🍗🥢🍡

Thread the marinated chicken cubes evenly onto the skewers.
Step 4 - 🔥🍳⏲️

Turn your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Wait till it's hot enough for grilling.
Step 5 - 🍗🔥⏱️

Cook the skewers on the grill, turning them every 2-3 minutes, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, which should take about 12 minutes.
Step 6 - 🍗✨🌶️

In the last 3 minutes of grilling, brush the skewers with the remaining Szechuan sauce to add an extra layer of flavor.
Step 7 - 💧🌱🔥

Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chives and fry until they are crispy and the oil is fragrant. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Step 8 - 💧✨🍡

Remove the crispy chives from the oil and sprinkle them over the skewers. Save the chive-infused oil for later.
Step 9 - 🍡🌱🍽️

Finish your dish by drizzling the skewers with the chive-infused oil before serving.

Additional

For an added kick, feel free to sprinkle some ground Szechuan pepper while serving. Children can help by threading the chicken onto the skewers. Swap chicken with tofu for a vegetarian alternative, if desired.