Honey BBQ Chicken Skewers
Honey BBQ Chicken Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors to your table. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, these tender chicken skewers marinated in a luscious honey BBQ sauce are sure to impress. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a visually stunning meal that will delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, honey, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate chicken cubes in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers (soak wooden skewers in water first to prevent burning).
- Preheat grill over medium-high heat; lightly oil grates.
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway until chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve with extra BBQ sauce and your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Add vegetables like bell peppers or onions on the skewers for added flavor. - For a spicy kick, sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper into the marinade. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.