Apricot Sesame Chicken Skewers with Grilled Asparagus

The sweet and savory flavors in these Apricot Sesame Chicken Skewers with Grilled Asparagus go really well together. The sweet apricot glaze goes well with the smoky grilled asparagus, which makes the whole dish feel fresh and crisp. Great for a BBQ or a dinner during the week.

Ingredients:

• 1
• 5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1 cup apricot preserves
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, whisk together apricot preserves, soy sauce, sesame oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade

Place the chicken cubes in a resealable plastic bag and pour half of the marinade over them

Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat

Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, alternating with asparagus spears

Brush the skewers and asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper

Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char

While grilling, baste the skewers with the remaining marinade for extra flavor

Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish

Serve the Apricot Sesame Chicken Skewers with Grilled Asparagus hot and enjoy