Barbecued Bacon Bourbon Chicken Skewers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
21 mins
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Total Time
51 mins
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Servings
6
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Barbecued Bacon Bourbon Chicken Skewers
Description
The Barbecued Bacon Bourbon Chicken Skewers recipe assembles bite-sized pieces of chicken, smoky bacon squares, and red onion chunks threaded onto skewers, starting and ending with bacon. The chicken is coated in a spice rub containing sugar, smoked paprika, garlic salt, onion powder, cumin, and coriander to enhance smoky and savory notes before grilling.
Skewers are grilled over medium-high heat, turning frequently to develop light browning and to cook the chicken through. They are then brushed with a sauce made from barbecue sauce, bourbon, and soy sauce, adding a sweet and tangy glaze with a hint of boozy depth. Additional grill time crisps the bacon edges and slightly chars the glaze for extra flavor.
This recipe creates tender and juicy chicken with contrasting crispy bacon pieces and softened onion chunks, all enhanced by the warm, smoky, and subtly sweet barbecue and bourbon sauce. It's suitable as a main dish for casual outdoor meals or gatherings.
Grill times may vary depending on heat and equipment; watch for browned, cooked chicken and crisp bacon edges. Allowing the cooked skewers to rest under foil before serving helps juices redistribute for moisture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 lices thick-cut smoky bacon, cut into 1-inch square pieces
- 2 pounds chicken breast or skinless chicken thighs or breasts, boneless
- 1 red onion cut into 1-inch pieces, large
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- For the rub:
- 4 teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- For the sauce:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce we like Sweet Baby Ray's
- 1 tablespoon bourbon
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Heat gas grill to medium-high.
- Prepare the spice rub by combining all ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Combine barbecue sauce, bourbon and soy sauce in a small bowl. Stir well to combine. Set aside.
- Cut chicken into 1-inch chunks and transfer to a medium-size bowl. Drizzle chicken with the olive oil and stir well. Sprinkle the rub over the chicken and toss to coat.
- Thread (in a pattern) the bacon, chicken and red onion onto skewers, starting and ending with the bacon.
- Spray the grill well and heat to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for approximately 8-10 minutes, rotating every couple minutes or until lightly browned and chicken is cooked.
- Brush with prepared sauce and grill another 5-7 minutes, rotating every few minutes, until the edges of the bacon are crisp and slightly charred. Remove to a clean platter, tent with foil and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with any remaining barbecue sauce.
- Remove kebabs from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve, passing more barbecue sauce separately.
Notes
- Grilling times vary; monitor doneness carefully since every grill heats differently.
- Let the skewers rest for 5 minutes after grilling to maintain juicy chicken.
- Use medium-high heat to develop a good char without overcooking.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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