Description
Enjoy the quintessential summer grilling dish with these BBQ chicken kabobs! Featuring tender, marinated chicken and vibrant vegetables threaded onto skewers, these kabobs offer a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. Transform simple ingredients into an impressive and delicious meal ideal for backyard gatherings and weeknight dinners, guaranteeing juicy, flavorful results every time.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 large Bell Peppers (various colors), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large Red Onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium Zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds or chunks
1 pint Cherry Tomatoes
1 cup BBQ Sauce
Olive oil, for brushing
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, half of the BBQ sauce, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator).
Thread the marinated chicken and prepared vegetables (bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, cherry tomatoes) onto the skewers, alternating ingredients for visual appeal and even cooking. Leave small gaps between pieces to allow for even heat distribution.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Clean and lightly oil the grill grates.
Place the kabobs on the preheated grill. Grill for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the vegetables are tender-crisp with slight char marks.
During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the remaining BBQ sauce over the kabobs to glaze them.
Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add other vegetables like mushrooms, corn on the cob pieces, or pineapple chunks.
Ensure the chicken is fully cooked. If using chicken breasts, monitor cooking time closely to prevent drying out.
Serve hot with your favorite sides such as rice, salad, or corn on the cob.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Baking
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 kabobs
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg