Description

These Bourbon Chicken Skewers are grilled to juicy perfection and glazed with a sticky-sweet bourbon sauce that’s full of smoky, savory depth. Perfect for summer BBQs or cozy dinners at home, this easy recipe is a flavor bomb on a stick.

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes

1/2 cup bourbon

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup ketchup

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 tsp grated ginger (optional)

1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (slurry)

2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)

Skewers (metal or soaked wooden)

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken into even 1.5-inch cubes and pat dry.
Make the Marinade: In a saucepan, combine bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Marinate: Pour most of the marinade over the chicken in a bowl or zip-top bag. Reserve the rest for basting. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Skewer the Chicken: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill skewers 10-12 minutes, turning and basting with reserved marinade.
Serve: Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Marinate Time: 1 hour (or overnight)
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dinner