Savor the Flavor: Honey Chipotle Grilled Chicken Skewers

These Honey Chipotle Grilled Chicken Skewers deliver a sweet, spicy, and smoky flavor explosion, perfect for summer grilling.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 skewers

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Skewers

2 lbs Chicken Breasts/Thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
1/4 cup Honey Add sweetness
1 whole Chipotle Chilies in Adobo Sauce Adjust for spice preference
3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Can substitute with lime juice
2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use low-sodium variety
1 tsp Cumin Warm earthiness

For the Dipping Sauce

1/4 cup Remaining Honey Chipotle Sauce Reserved from marinade

Equipment

Blender or food processor
Grill
wooden skewers

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a blender or food processor, combine honey, chipotle chilies, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and cumin. Blend until smooth. Set aside half for dipping.
Place chicken pieces in a mixing bowl and pour remaining marinade over. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 2-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes. Serve with reserved dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the grill or in the oven.

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