Description
Grilled BBQ Chicken Skewers are a delicious and easy recipe perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- Wood or metal skewers (if using wood, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken, bell pepper pieces, and onion wedges onto the skewers, alternating between chicken and vegetables.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the marinade or use a spicy barbecue sauce.
- You can substitute the chicken with shrimp or firm tofu for a different protein option. Add pineapple chunks for a sweet twist!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg