Name: The Best BBQ Chicken Skewers Recipe
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless (skinless chicken thighs or breasts); 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons sweet paprika; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 4 teaspoons sugar; 2-3 slices raw Turkey Bacon (cut into 1/2-inch pieces); 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce

BBQ Chicken Skewers That’ll Make You Wanna Dance

Okay, real talk. Who doesn’t love a good BBQ, right? Like, summer vibes, smoky flavors, and friends gathered around? YES. 🙌

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

So, I was trying to impress my friends last weekend (you know how it goes, right?) and decided to whip up these BBQ Chicken Skewers. Let me tell you, I was feeling like a chef on *Chopped*. My kitchen was a hot mess, but it was SO worth it.

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, picture this: I’m at the grocery store, dodging carts and trying not to spill my coffee. I grab:

– 2 pounds of boneless chicken thighs (because thighs are life)
– Kosher salt (the fancy stuff, ya know?)
– Sweet paprika (1.5 tablespoons of flavor magic)
– Smoked paprika (because we’re going smoky AF)
– Sugar (4 teaspoons – gotta balance that BBQ tang)
– Turkey bacon (the secret weapon—grab 2-3 slices!)
– And, of course, BBQ sauce (the good stuff, not that wimpy stuff).

Honestly, just thinking about it makes my mouth water.

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Let me spill some tea. This recipe is my go-to because a) it’s easy, b) I can pretend I’m a grill master, and c) I made it once for a family barbecue, and everyone *absolutely* loved it. One of my cousins was going on about how he could just eat these forever—like, dude, slow down, we still gotta eat the sides! 😂

The best part? It’s a total crowd-pleaser, and I love seeing everyone dig in. Plus, it’s super versatile. You can swap out the chicken for veggies if you’re feeling healthy, or add a twist with different marinades.

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Okay, so here’s the kicker: that turkey bacon. I know, I know, it sounds weird, but trust me. You blend it up into a paste and mix that with the chicken. It adds this insane level of moisture and flavor that just makes you go, “Wait, what did I just eat?!” Seriously, don’t skip this step.

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

1. Don’t rush the marinating. Those 30 minutes? Crucial. It’s like a spa day for the chicken.
2. Dry the chicken before tossing it with the spices. No one wants soggy skewers.
3. Don’t skimp on turning them on the grill. You want that char but not burnt to a crisp. You’re aiming for “gorgeous grill lines” not “what happened here” vibes.
4. Tent with foil after grilling! Let those babies rest for a few minutes. It’s like a mini vacation for the chicken.

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

Alright, here’s the deal. If somehow you have leftovers (which is rare), just toss them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll be good for 3-4 days, but let’s be honest, they probably won’t last that long. You can reheat them in the microwave, but if you want that grilled flavor, just toss ‘em back on the grill for a couple of minutes.

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

So, if you’re vibing with these skewers, you’ll probably wanna try my spicy shrimp tacos or the grilled veggie platter. Both are easy peasy and perfect for summer hangouts. 🍤🌽

So, what’s your go-to BBQ dish? 😍 I’m always looking for new ideas to jazz up my grill game!

The Best BBQ Chicken Skewers Recipe

Flavor-packed The Best BBQ Chicken Skewers Recipe with amazing ingredients and incredible taste! Perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
50 minutes

Cook Time
10 minutes

Total Time
60 minutes

Category: Dinner

Yield: 6 servings servings

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless (skinless chicken thighs or breasts)

2 teaspoons kosher salt

1 1/2 tablespoons sweet paprika

2 teaspoons smoked paprika

4 teaspoons sugar

2-3 slices raw Turkey Bacon (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)

1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce

Instructions

Trim chicken of excess fat, then cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the salt. Then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
Turn all grill burners to high, close lid, and heat for about 15 minutes. Leave primary burner on, but turn off other burners.
Meanwhile, pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine both paprika and sugar. Place the raw Turkey Bacon in a food processor or blender and pulse for about 30-45 seconds, until a smooth paste forms, scraping down the sides of the bowl twice throughout. Add the Turkey Bacon paste and spice mixture to the chicken. Mix with hands or spatula until the ingredients are blended and chicken is coated. Thread the chicken onto the skewers, rolling or folding as needed to maintain 1-inch cubes.
Grill the chicken over the primary burner with lid closed, turning one-quarter of a turn every 2 minutes or so, until browned and slightly charred (about 8 minutes total for chicken breast and 10 minutes for thighs). Brush the top of skewers with BBQ sauce; flip and cook until sauce is browned in spots, about 1 minute. Brush second side with sauce; flip and cook for another minute or so, until cooked through.
Remove skewers from grill, tent with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve, passing remaining BBQ sauce separately, if desired.