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Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Skewers

Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Skewers

The ultimate summer dish! Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Skewers are bursting with flavor and are incredibly easy to prepare. Tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and a sweet and tangy marinade make this an irresistible choice for your next barbecue. Perfect for family gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Chicken breasts
  • 2 Bell peppers
  • 1 Zucchini
  • 1 Red onion
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • cup Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • Fresh chives
  • Jasmine rice

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Chop the chicken into pieces.
  2. Make sure to chop the vegetables to be roughly the same size as the chicken pieces - in larger chunks. This helps the skewers stay uniform in size and helps everything cook in around the same amount of time.
  3. Whisk together the ⅓ cup dijon, ¼ cup honey and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  4. Make 5 to 6 chicken skewers: skewer a few pieces of vegetables first, then a chunk of chicken, more vegetables, a piece of chicken and so on. I do about 4 to 5 pieces of chicken per skewer, but this is totally up to you! Do as many as you wish. Season them all over with salt and pepper.
  5. Once all the skewers are ready, place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle and brush most of the honey + dijon marinade mixture all over the skewers. Reserve the rest for after grilling. Let marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. Preheat the grill to the highest setting. In a small bowl, I whisk together the other 2 tablespoons of honey and 3 tablespoons of dijon, for brushing the skewers while grilling. This is optional but very delicious!
  7. Place the skewers on the grill. Close the lid and grill for 5 minutes, then use grill tongs to gently turn them and grill for a few more minutes. Turn again once or twice more. I find these take about 10 to 12 minutes total - but make sure your chicken is at 165 degrees F when the internal temp is taken. A few minutes before they are finished, I brush them all over with the extra honey dijon.
  8. Remove the skewers from the grill. You can brush with the reserved honey dijon. Serve with the jasmine rice.

Notes

  • Storage: Leftover skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat them gently in the microwave.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the marinated chicken and vegetables before cooking. Just thaw in the fridge overnight before grilling.
  • Pairing: Consider serving these skewers with a refreshing salad or grilled corn on the cob for a complete meal.
  • Vegetarian Option: For a vegetarian twist, substitute chicken with firm tofu or tempeh, and add your favorite veggies.
  • Marinade Variations: Experiment with different marinades, like adding some spices or citrus zest for a unique flavor.
  • Skewer Soaking: If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.