Description
Juicy, smoky BBQ chicken skewers marinated in a sweet & spicy beer-based rub—perfect for grilling! Ready in 45 minutes (mostly hands-off), these are a crowd-pleaser for BBQs, game day, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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2 lbs chicken tenders (or breast cut into strips)
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Wooden skewers (soaked 20 mins)
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3-4 tbsp honey BBQ dry rub (e.g., KC Masterpiece)
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1 cup beer (lager or IPA)
Instructions
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Skewer chicken: Thread tenders onto soaked skewers. Place in a dish.
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Make marinade: Whisk BBQ rub + beer until smooth. Reserve ⅓ cup.
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Marinate: Brush skewers with remaining marinade. Refrigerate 30 mins.
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Grill:
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Sear over direct heat: 1 min per side.
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Brush with reserved marinade, close lid, cook 5 mins. Flip, repeat until internal temp reaches 165°F.
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Rest 5 mins before serving.
Notes
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No grill? Use a grill pan or broiler (adjust cook time).
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Spice level: Add cayenne to the rub for heat.
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Beer swap: Use apple juice or broth for alcohol-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 35g