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Memorial Day Food Ideas: 3 Irresistible BBQ Chicken Skewers


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

These BBQ chicken skewers are perfect for your Memorial Day celebrations! Juicy chicken marinated in a flavorful BBQ sauce, grilled to perfection, and served with fresh veggies.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes and BBQ sauce. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken, bell pepper, onion, and zucchini onto the soaked skewers, alternating between chicken and veggies.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
  6. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize your skewers with other vegetables like mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or corn.
  • For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of garlic powder or paprika to the chicken marinade.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5
  • Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 10
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30

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