BBQ Chicken Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 45 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
367 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
BBQ Chicken Kabobs
Description
This recipe features chicken breast pieces marinated in a blend of teriyaki sauce, BBQ sauce, lime juice and zest, garlic, and fresh ginger. The marinade imparts layered savory, sweet, and tangy notes. After marinating for at least two hours, the chicken is threaded onto skewers alternating with chunks of fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, and red onion to add sweetness and crunch.
The kabobs are cooked on a medium-heat grill or grill pan, turning occasionally for even cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165 °F. Brushing on a mixture of the reserved marinade combined with sweet chili sauce near the end of grilling enhances flavor with a hint of heat and sheen.
These chicken kabobs make a balanced and colorful grilled dish with sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy elements from the fruit and sauces. They can be served alongside rice, salads, or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce homemade or store-bought
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce Asian style
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 pounds chicken breast boneless and skinless - cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 cups pineapple the size of the chicken chunks, fresh, chunks
- 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 red onion cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons canola oil or vegetable oil
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the bbq sauce, teriyaki sauce, lime juice, zest, garlic, and ginger. Stir the mixture and reserve 1/4 cup.
- Add the rest of the mixture to a large Ziploc bag and add the chicken; marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight, turning the bag occasionally.
- When ready to grill, remove the chicken from the marinade and drain excess.
- Thread chicken, pineapple pieces, bell pepper, and onion onto skewers.
- Brush with canola oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the outdoor grill to medium heat, or place a grill pan over medium heat on the stove.
- Arrange the skewers on the grill, and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. The chicken is completely cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Mix the reserved marinade sauce with the chili sauce.
- Brush the. skewers with the mixture, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve with Asian chili sauce mixture on the side.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 367 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 367kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 2369mg | 99% |
| Potassium | 855mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 753IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 56mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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