Description
Enjoy these easy Apple Cider BBQ Chicken Skewers, perfect for grilling or baking. They bring a delicious fall flavor to your table with a simple, sweet, and tangy BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- While the sauce simmers, thread the chicken pieces onto the prepared skewers.
- Brush the chicken generously with the prepared BBQ sauce.
- For grilling: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with more sauce, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- For oven baking: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through and basting with more sauce, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but adjust cooking time as they can dry out faster.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce for a little heat.
- Serve with your favorite sides like coleslaw or potato salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 (will vary based on exact ingredients and sauce amount)
- Sugar: Approx. 15-20g
- Sodium: Approx. 400-600mg
- Fat: Approx. 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 7-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20-25g
- Fiber: Approx. 1-2g
- Protein: Approx. 25-30g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 80-100mg