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Honey Chipotle Chicken Skewers

Honey Chipotle Chicken Skewers: Sweet and Smoky Perfection

Enjoy these Honey Chipotle Chicken Skewers with sweet and smoky flavors that make weeknight dinners delightful.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts or Thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with agave syrup for vegan
  • 2 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Adjust to taste for smokiness
  • 1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning Homemade blends can enhance flavor
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced, garlic powder can substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest/Juice Lime juice can be an alternative
For Cooking
  • 10 pieces Wooden Skewers Soak in water for 15-30 minutes
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil To coat skewers and prevent sticking

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Wooden skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. In another bowl, combine honey, chipotle peppers, taco seasoning, garlic, and orange zest/juice to make the marinade.
  3. Add chicken to marinade and coat evenly; let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Thread marinated chicken onto wooden skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  5. For cooking, choose air fryer (10 min at 400°F), grill (10-12 min), or oven broil (10-12 min).
  6. Remove from heat and let skewers rest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These skewers can be marinated for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor. Adjust chipotle depending on your preferred spice level.

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