BBQ Chicken Kabobs Recipe

Name: BBQ Chicken Kabobs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces barbecue sauce; ¼ cup bourbon whiskey; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 4 -5 lbs chicken (boneless skinless breasts, cut into 1a x1a pieces); 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; ¼ cup sweet paprika; 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 6 slices bacon, chopped; 8 -10 wooden skewers (soaked in water for an hour)

Servings: persons

16 ounces barbecue sauce
¼ cup bourbon whiskey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
4 -5 lbs chicken (boneless skinless breasts, cut into 1a x1a pieces)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
¼ cup sweet paprika
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
6 slices bacon, chopped
8 -10 wooden skewers (soaked in water for an hour)

1
In a bowl combine BBQ sauce, vinegar and whiskey.
2
Whisk to combine.
3
Set aside and allow flavors to cme together.
4
Add bacon to the bowl of a food processor and blend until bacon becomes a paste.
5
Add salt, pepper, paprikas, and sugar.
6
Pulse until well combined.
7
Pat chicken with a paper towel to dry.
8
Add bacon paste mixture to chicken; mix with hands until chicken is completely coated.
9
Place chicken on skewers.
10
Place on preheated grill.
11
Cook on each side for 2-3 minutes.
12
Brush cooked surface with barbecue sauce and cook each side (coated in sauce) for 1 additional minute.
13
Remove kabobs from grill.
14
Pour remaining barbeque sauce into a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
15
Pour into a serving container and serve barbecue sauce along side kabobs.

506

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces barbecue sauce, ¼ cup bourbon whiskey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 4 -5 lbs chicken (boneless skinless breasts, cut into 1a x1a pieces), and more.

Yes, BBQ Chicken Kabobs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

BBQ Chicken Kabobs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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