Description
Sizzling BBQ beer-marinated chicken skewers deliver a flavor explosion straight from summer grilling traditions. Juicy marinated chicken with hoppy undertones promises a mouthwatering experience that elevates backyard barbecue moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) chicken breasts or thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
- 1 cup (240 ml) beer (lager or ale works best)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) BBQ sauce (your favorite kind)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Wooden or metal skewers
- Extra BBQ sauce for basting (optional)
- Chopped parsley or green onion, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Blend beer, BBQ sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Chicken Marination: Submerge chicken pieces completely in the marinade mixture, ensuring thorough coating. Refrigerate for 2-8 hours to maximize flavor absorption and tenderize meat.
- Skewer Setup: Immerse wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent charring during grilling. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto prepared skewers, evenly distributing meat.
- Grilling Process: Heat grill to medium-high temperature (400F). Position skewers on heated grates, rotating every 3-4 minutes to ensure uniform cooking and attractive char marks. Grill for 10-12 minutes until chicken reaches proper internal temperature and develops a caramelized exterior.
- Finishing Touch: Optional – Brush additional BBQ sauce during final grilling moments to enhance flavor complexity and create a glossy, appetizing appearance.
Notes
- Allow chicken to sit in marinade for at least 2 hours, but not more than 8 hours to prevent meat from becoming mushy and maintain optimal flavor absorption.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for minimum 30 minutes before grilling to stop them from catching fire and disintegrating during cooking.
- Use meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked chicken without drying out the meat.
- Brush additional BBQ sauce during final grilling minutes to create caramelized exterior and boost sauce intensity without burning the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg