Description
Experience the ultimate summer flavor with these BBQ Chicken Skewers, featuring a delectable twist from Turkey Bacon. Perfect for cookouts, family gatherings, or a cozy dinner at home, these skewers are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The savory addition of Turkey Bacon enhances the traditional BBQ taste while keeping the chicken juicy and tender. With easy preparation steps, customizable ingredients, and quick cooking time, this recipe is ideal for both novice and seasoned cooks. Serve them as an appetizer or main dish alongside fresh salads and dipping sauces for a delightful meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 ½ tablespoons sweet paprika
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 4 teaspoons sugar
- 2–3 slices raw Turkey Bacon (cut into ½-inch pieces)
- 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat and cutting it into 1-inch cubes. Toss with kosher salt in a large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill on high for about 15 minutes.
- Mix the spices (paprika and sugar) in a small bowl. In a food processor, blend the Turkey Bacon until smooth and combine it with the spice mixture. Add this to the marinated chicken and mix thoroughly.
- Assemble the skewers by threading marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
- Grill over high heat for approximately 8-10 minutes, flipping every couple of minutes, until browned and cooked through. Brush with BBQ sauce during the last minute of grilling.
- Remove from grill, tent with foil for resting, then serve with remaining BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg