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Sweet and Savory BBQ Skewers

Delicious Sweet and Savory BBQ Skewers for Your Next Cookout

Enjoy these Sweet and Savory BBQ Skewers, a delightful blend of flavors perfect for gatherings and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Skewers
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breast Can be substituted with shrimp or tofu
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Can swap with zucchini or cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium Red Onion Yellow onion or leeks are great alternatives
  • 12 Wooden Skewers Soak in water beforehand to prevent burning

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium bowl
  • zip-top bag
  • Wooden skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a zip-top bag or bowl, pour marinade over, coat evenly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prep Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes, then thread marinated chicken, bell pepper, and red onion onto skewers.
  4. Preheat Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  5. Grill Skewers: Cook skewers on the grill for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Rest and Serve: Let skewers rest for about 5 minutes after grilling, then serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for enhanced flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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