Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer delight with these Turkey Bacon Bourbon Grilled BBQ Chicken Skewers. This recipe brings together the savory goodness of tender chicken, infused with a rich bourbon marinade, and enveloped in a luscious blend of smoky turkey bacon. Perfect for any gathering—from backyard barbecues to cozy family dinners—these skewers are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can impress your guests with a dish that’s not only delectable but also easy to customize to suit your taste. Ideal for adults and kids alike, enjoy them hot off the grill or as a fun appetizer at your next party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup bourbon apple juice
- 5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1”x1” pieces)
- 6 slices turkey Turkey bacon (cut into small pieces)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh black pepper
- 1/4 cup sweet paprika
- 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and bourbon apple juice. Set aside.
- Blend turkey Turkey bacon in a food processor until smooth; add salt, pepper, sweet paprika, brown sugar, and smoked paprika. Pulse to combine.
- Pat dry the chicken pieces and mix thoroughly with the Turkey bacon paste in a large bowl until evenly coated. Thread onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat; grill skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side. Brush with barbecue sauce during grilling.
- Remove from grill and serve hot with extra barbecue sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg