Description
Indulge in the ultimate BBQ Chicken Skewers, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with the savory twist of turkey bacon. Perfect for backyard barbecues, family gatherings, or intimate dinners at home, these skewers are bursting with irresistible flavor. Marinated to perfection and grilled to juicy goodness, they are sure to impress your guests and become a staple at your summer cookouts. Enjoy this versatile recipe that can be served with various sides or dips for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1.5 tablespoons sweet paprika
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 4 teaspoons sugar
- 2–3 slices raw turkey bacon (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and toss with salt in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill on high heat for about 15 minutes.
- Pat the chicken dry, combine both paprikas and sugar in a small bowl. Blend turkey bacon in a food processor until smooth.
- Mix the turkey bacon paste with the spice mixture and coat the chicken thoroughly.
- Thread seasoned chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the skewers on high heat, turning every two minutes until cooked through (8-10 minutes).
- Brush BBQ sauce on each side during the last minute of grilling.
- Allow skewers to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg