Description

These BBQ Beer-Marinated Chicken Skewers are a perfect summer grilling dish. The beer marinade infuses the chicken with a tender texture and delicious flavor, while the BBQ glaze adds a smoky, sweet kick. Easy to make and sure to impress at your next BBQ!

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into cubes)
1 cup beer (lager or pale ale works best)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

Wooden or metal skewers

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Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together the beer, olive oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and stir to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight for more flavor).
Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers.
Grill the Chicken: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Brush with BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.

Serve: Remove the chicken from the skewers and serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Notes

You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier option.
Adjust the BBQ sauce amount depending on your desired sweetness and tanginess.

Serve with grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 skewer (about 1/4 of recipe)
Calories: 295
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg