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Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

James Brown
Sweet, spicy, and zesty grilled chicken thigh skewers with hot honey glaze and bold lemon pepper seasoning
Servings 8
Calories 248 kcal
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes

Ingredients
  

FOR THE CHICKEN SKEWERS:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1.5-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Wooden or metal skewers

FOR THE HOT HONEY GLAZE:

  • ½ cup hot honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Soak wooden skewers 30 minutes if using. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F).
  • Cut chicken into 1.5-inch chunks. Toss with olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Make glaze by warming hot honey, lemon juice, zest, butter, and red pepper flakes in small saucepan for 2-3 minutes.
  • Thread seasoned chicken onto skewers with small gaps between pieces.
  • Grill 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Brush with glaze during last 2 minutes of cooking, turning once to coat both sides.
  • Rest 2-3 minutes, then serve with extra glaze and lemon wedges.

Notes

- Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts but either works
- Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for heat level
- Reserve extra glaze for serving on the side
- Can add vegetables like bell peppers to skewers

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 406mgPotassium: 315mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 235IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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