Chicken Skewers (With Chicken Kabob Marinade)
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 35 mins
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Calories
466 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Skewers (With Chicken Kabob Marinade)
Description
The Chicken Skewers recipe involves marinating chicken breast pieces in a blend of low sodium soy sauce, olive oil, honey, dried thyme, garlic, oregano, sage, black pepper, bay leaf, red pepper flakes, and beer. The marinade tenderizes the chicken and imparts layers of savory, sweet, and mildly spicy flavor. After marinating for a minimum of two hours or overnight, the chicken is alternated with olive oil-coated and seasoned bell peppers, zucchini, whole garlic cloves, and red onion slices on skewers.
Grilling over medium heat ensures the chicken reaches safe internal temperature of 165°F while developing a slight char that enhances taste and texture. The vegetables cook alongside the meat, becoming tender and caramelized, while balancing the dish with fresh, slightly sweet vegetal notes.
These skewers can be served as a main course with rice, salad, or bread, offering a customizable, grilled meal with a combination of protein and vegetables. The use of beer and honey in the marinade underscores a complex flavor profile with mild sweetness and subtle bitterness.
Preparation notes like soaking wooden skewers prevent burning, and substitutions for garlic powder or added jalapeño or pineapple can adjust the spice and sweetness levels.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes, boneless, skinless
- 1/2 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 tablespoon garlic or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, fresh, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/4 teaspoon sage dried
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 can beer (Guinness stout or beer of choice)
Vegetables
- 3 bell pepper trimmed, stems removed, and sliced into squares
- 1 zucchini (ends trimmed, cut into 1/2 inch slices)
- 1 head garlic (cloves peeled)
- 1 red onion (peeled, sliced into squares)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Clean chicken breast and cut into roughly 1 1/2 inch cube pieces
- In a large bowl add all the ingredients (minus the beer) and whisk together. Once mixed, pour in beer, and stir to combine. Add in chicken, mix, cover with a lid or wrap, and refrigerate for minimum 2 hours or overnight.
- While chicken is marinating, slice up all of your vegetables that are going onto the skewers. Once done, drizzle olive oil, salt and pepper, and mix to coat the vegetables.
- Preheat your grill on high for 10 minutes and use a grill brush to clean any previous remnants. Lower the heat to medium (425-450F).
- Once the chicken is done marinating, place the ingredients on the skewers. Alternate between assorted vegetables in between each chicken piece. Since red onions are thin, I double up on the onion pieces.
- Grill until meat is fully cooked through (165F degrees) and vegetables are charred. Rotating every few minutes so the chicken and vegetables are evenly cooked.
- Serve the skewers on their own or with your favorite side dish!
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water at least 10 minutes before grilling to avoid burning.
- Grill chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Fresh garlic can be substituted with garlic powder if needed.
- Guinness stout is preferred for marinating, but other beers like IPA or amber can be used.
- For added spice, jalapeño can be included; pineapple pieces add sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 466 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 466kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1949mg | 81% |
| Potassium | 1186mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 3111IU | 62% |
| Vitamin C | 130mg | 144% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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