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Bourbon Chicken Skewers

Bourbon Chicken Skewers

Make flavorful Bourbon Chicken Skewers for a quick weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer everyone will love!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 skewers
Calories 225 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • small saucepan
  • baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 ½-inch chunks
  • 0.5 cup bourbon
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
  • parsley, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, ketchup, rice vinegar, garlic, paprika, and black pepper. Stir often and heat until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour the cooled marinade over the chicken, reserving ½ cup for later. Toss to coat the chicken, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for a deeper flavor.
  • When ready, preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • Working one skewer at a time, thread 4-5 chicken cubes onto each.
  • Arrange the skewers in a single layer in the basket of your air fryer. (Depending on the size of the air fryer, you may have to work in batches.)
  • Air fry at 400°F for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • While the chicken cooks, bring the reserved marinade to a boil in a small saucepan. Let it simmer until it thickens into a glaze, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Brush the glaze over the cooked chicken skewers and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Oven and grilling instructions are also available.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken skewerCalories: 225kcal
Keyword Appetizer, bourbon chicken skewers, chicken skewers, Easy Dinner, grilling
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