Description
Experience the ultimate summer delight with The Best BBQ Chicken Skewers Recipe! Bursting with flavor, these skewers are perfect for backyard barbecues, family gatherings, or casual weeknight dinners. The secret to their irresistible taste lies in the addition of Turkey Bacon, which adds a smoky depth that elevates traditional BBQ chicken to new heights. Easy to prepare and family-friendly, these skewers will impress both kids and adults alike. Get ready to savor juicy, tender chicken grilled to perfection and served alongside your favorite sides!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 ½ tablespoons sweet paprika
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 4 teaspoons sugar
- 2–3 slices raw Turkey Bacon (cut into ½-inch pieces)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss with kosher salt in a bowl; cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill on high for about 15 minutes.
- Pat dry chicken pieces and mix sweet paprika, smoked paprika, and sugar in a small bowl. Blend Turkey Bacon until smooth in a food processor.
- Combine the bacon paste with the spice mixture; coat the chicken evenly. Thread onto skewers.
- Grill over the primary burner, turning every two minutes until cooked (8 minutes for breasts, 10 for thighs). Brush with BBQ sauce, flipping to brown both sides.
- Let skewers rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg