Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into a culinary adventure that will have your taste buds dancing! These Honey Mustard Chicken Kabobs are not just a meal, they're a sensational journey of sweet, tangy, and perfectly grilled deliciousness. Imagine tender chicken cubes glazed with a golden honey mustard marinade, nestled between charred bell peppers and caramelized onions - this recipe is about to become your new summer grilling obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mustard
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey and mustard until well combined to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken breast into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place chicken cubes into the honey mustard marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
- While chicken marinates, chop bell pepper and onion into similar-sized pieces that will cook evenly on skewers.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400°F (204°C).
- Thread marinated chicken, bell pepper, and onion alternately onto skewers, leaving small spaces between ingredients for even heat distribution.
- Brush remaining marinade over assembled kabobs for extra flavor.
- Grill kabobs for 6-7 minutes per side, rotating to ensure all sides are evenly cooked and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from grill and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
Tips
- Marination Magic: Don't rush the marinating process. Those 15-20 minutes allow the honey mustard to deeply penetrate the chicken, ensuring maximum flavor.
- Skewer Wisdom: Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning, and leave small spaces between ingredients for even cooking.
- Temperature is Key: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe and juicy results.
- Grill Mastery: Maintain a medium-high heat around 400°F and rotate kabobs for perfect, even charring.
- Resting Ritual: Let kabobs rest 3-5 minutes after grilling to redistribute juices and maintain maximum tenderness.
- Bonus Tip: Experiment with fresh herb garnishes like parsley or cilantro to add a bright, fresh finish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 85mg
