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4th of July Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken Skewers

4th of July Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken Skewers for Summer Fun

Enjoy the flavors of 4th of July with these Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken Skewers, combining juicy chicken, fresh pineapple, and a spicy marinade.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple Chopped into chunks
  • 1 medium Red Onion Chopped into chunks
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can burn easily, adjust cooking time
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust for spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can substitute with chipotle powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste Salt For flavor enhancement
  • to taste Black Pepper For flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Wooden Skewers
  • medium bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking. Next, chop the fresh pineapple and red onion into similar-sized chunks.
  2. While preparing the chicken and veggies, soak your wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until the marinade is glossy.
  4. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Take your soaked skewers and thread the marinated chicken, pineapple, and red onion pieces onto them, alternating as you go.
  6. Prepare your grill by preheating it to medium-high heat, aiming for around 400°F (200°C).
  7. Grill each skewer for about 5-7 minutes per side, turning occasionally. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove the skewers from the grill once they’re cooked through, and allow them to rest for a few moments. Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Allow up to 30 minutes for marination, and soak skewers to prevent burning while grilling.

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