Name: Smoky BBQ Chicken & Veggie Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/4 cup olive oil (for marinade); 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (for marinade); 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional); 1/2 tsp salt (for marinade); 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch thick half-moons; 1/4 cup olive oil (for vegetables); Salt and black pepper to taste (for vegetables); 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce; 2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for glaze); 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (for glaze); 12-16 wooden skewers, soaked (or metal skewers)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/2 tsp black pepper, cayenne (if using), and 1/2 tsp salt. Add chicken cubes, toss to coat, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
2
While chicken marinates, prepare vegetables. In a separate bowl, toss bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini with 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F/200-230°C). Clean and lightly oil grill grates.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, brown sugar (if using), and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar for the glaze.
5
Thread marinated chicken and prepared vegetables onto soaked skewers, alternating ingredients and leaving a little space between each piece.
6
Place skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp. After about 7 minutes of cooking, begin basting skewers generously with the BBQ glaze, continuing to turn and baste until the sauce is caramelized and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
7
Remove skewers from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

💡 Notes

Ensure chicken and vegetables are cut into similar sizes for even cooking. For wooden skewers, soak for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Don't baste with BBQ sauce too early to avoid burning the sugars. Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.

Smoky BBQ Chicken & Veggie Skewers: Your Essential Summer Grilling Recipe

Smoky BBQ Chicken & Veggie Skewers

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