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BBQ Chicken Skewers

These BBQ Chicken Skewers embody the essence of summer grilling, featuring juicy chicken tender pieces marinated in a honey barbecue rub and beer for a flavor-packed dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Grilling, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the skewers
  • 2 pounds chicken tenders Juicy cuts ideal for skewering.
  • 1 cup beer Adds depth to the marinade.
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons honey barbecue rub I recommend KC Masterpiece Seasoning.
  • wooden skewers (soaked in water for 20 minutes) Prevents skewers from burning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thread the chicken tenders onto the soaked wooden skewers and arrange them in a large dish or baking pan.
Make the Marinade
  1. Pour the dry barbecue rub into a mixing bowl and whisk in the beer until smooth.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Reserve ⅓ cup of the marinade for later and brush the remaining marinade all over the chicken skewers.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
Sear the Chicken
  1. Preheat your grill until hot. Sear the skewers for about one minute per side.
  2. Turn only once for ideal grill marks.
Cook
  1. Slather reserved marinade on one side of the skewers, cover the grill, and cook for an additional five minutes.
  2. Turn skewers, brush with remaining marinade, cover, and cook for another five minutes or until the chicken reaches 165ºF.
Rest and Serve
  1. Remove skewers from the grill and let them rest for five minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating chicken for several hours or overnight. You can also substitute with metal skewers or add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for variety.