Description
Chipotle Honey Chicken Skewers are a delightful combination of sweet and smoky flavors, perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these skewers are sure to impress. Made with tender chicken marinated in a delicious honey-chipotle glaze, they are not only easy to prepare but also healthy—ideal for those following clean eating lifestyles. With just a few ingredients, you can create a low-calorie and high-protein dish that’s bursting with flavor. Serve them over rice, tucked into salads, or simply on their own for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey (raw preferred)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
- 1 garlic clove (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and thread them onto soaked wooden skewers.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, chipotle chili powder, garlic, and optional salt.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat; cook skewers for 10-12 minutes, basting with marinade and turning every few minutes until fully cooked.
- Alternatively, bake in the oven at 400°F for 16-18 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg