Honey Beer BBQ Chicken Skewers
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Marinating Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
230 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Honey Beer BBQ Chicken Skewers
Description
These skewers begin with cut chicken breast pieces marinated in a mixture of beer, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. The marinade tenderizes the meat while imparting complementary sweet, savory, and subtly spicy notes. After at least two hours of marinating (up to 24 for deeper flavor), the chicken is threaded onto pre-soaked wooden skewers to avoid flare-ups during grilling.
Grilling over medium-high heat creates a slight sear while cooking the chicken through, locking in moisture. The reserved marinade is brought to a rolling boil to kill bacteria before brushing on during cooking to enhance flavor layers safely. Fresh cilantro added at the end provides brightness and herbaceous contrast.
This method yields skewers with a balanced profile of sweet honey, malty beer, and gently spiced garlic and pepper flakes. Monitoring internal temperature ensures safe doneness with tender, juicy results. Serving these skewers as is or alongside grilled vegetables completes the dish.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut into 1½ inch cubes
Marinade
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¾ cup beer
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, fresh
Instructions
- If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes prior to threading the chicken. This helps to prevent the skewers from catching fire or burning while grilling.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together garlic, beer, honey, red pepper flakes, Dijon mustard, olive oil and low-sodium soy sauce.
- Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, up to 24 hours for best results.
- Preheat your grill to a medium-high heat, around 375°F (190°C). A hotter grill ensures a nice sear on your skewers, locking in those succulent flavors.
- Thread about 5 pieces of chicken onto each skewer. Do not throw away the leftover marinade.
- In a small saucepan, bring the leftover marinade to a boil for at least 5 minutes to eliminate any potential bacteria.
- Place the chicken skewers on the grill and cook, turning every couple of minutes. If desired, you can also brush the pre-cooked leftover marinade over the chicken for added flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Once off the grill, garnish your skewers with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours, ideally up to 24 hours, for fuller flavor.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Boil leftover marinade for at least 5 minutes before using it for basting to avoid cross-contamination.
- Confirm chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Preheat the grill to approximately 375°F (190°C) to achieve optimal cooking results.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 230 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 230kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 531mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 489mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 143IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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