How to Make Sizzling Chicken Skewers - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to summer dining, there's nothing quite like firing up the grill and cooking up some delicious sizzling chicken skewers. These skewers are a popular choice for outdoor BBQs, backyard parties, and casual get-togethers with friends and family. The savory chicken paired with vibrant veggies is a winning combination that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a novice cook, these sizzling chicken skewers are sure to be a hit at your nex...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¾ cup salsa
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
  • 2 green bell peppers, seeded and cubed

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine crunchy peanut butter, cilantro, salsa, brown sugar, soy sauce, salt, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic and green onions; mix well. Add chicken to the marinade, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • While the chicken is marinating, soak bamboo skewers in water for one hour so they will not burn on the grill.
  • Preheat the barbeque to a high heat. Or preheat your oven to broil.
  • Thread chicken onto skewers like a snake, and in between each loop add a cube of bell pepper.
  • Grill skewers, turning once, over charcoal for 4 to 6 minutes; or broil, until just browned and cooked through.
  • Nutrition

    468 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 2857mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 48mg
    • Calcium: 95mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 997mg