Best 7 Appetizer Chicken Kabobs Recipes

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Chicken kabobs are a delightful appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer to grill, bake, or fry your chicken kabobs, there is a recipe out there that is sure to please your taste buds. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for cooking appetizer chicken kabobs. We will provide step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and helpful tips to ensure that your chicken kabobs turn out perfectly every time.

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APPETIZER CHICKEN KABOBS



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These little chicken kabobs are a perfect appetizer. They're quick and easy to prepare, which means I can spend more time visiting with guests. -Gail Ponak, Viscount, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 20-24 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
6 to 8 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, stems removed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat. Pour remaining marinade into another large plastic bag; add onions. Seal bag and toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes. , Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Drain and reserve marinade from onions. On soaked wooden skewers, thread a piece of chicken, onion, mushroom and another chicken piece. , Place on a broiler rack. Broil 5 in. from the heat, turning and basting with reserved marinade after 3 minutes. Broil for 3 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

GRILLED CHICKEN SKEWERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 20 to 25 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil
Juice of 2 limes
1/4 cup very hot water, plus more if needed
Neutral oil, for the grill
2 pounds chicken tenders
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
Good-quality barbecue sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
  • To make the peanut sauce, put the peanut butter in a blender with the soy sauce, honey, ginger, red pepper flakes, chili oil and lime juice. Add 1/4 cup very hot water as you blend the mixture. Check the consistency and add a little more hot water if needed to make it very smooth. Transfer the sauce to a small dish, cover it with plastic wrap and set aside.
  • Brush the grill with oil. Thread the chicken onto the skewers and grill on both sides until the chicken is done in the middle, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove to a serving platter and sprinkle on the cilantro.
  • Serve the skewers with dishes of the peanut sauce and a good-quality barbecue sauce for dipping.

COLD CHICKEN-CHEESE KABOBS



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These appealing kabobs will add pizazz to any party-and you don't even have to get out the grill! -Sherine Gilmour, Brooklyn, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
5 ounces cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
16 cherry or grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine salt, chili powder and pepper; rub into chicken cubes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add vinegar; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until no longer pink. Cool slightly. Alternately thread chicken, cheese and tomatoes onto wooden skewers. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN KABOBS



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These Chicken Kabobs are made with chicken breasts, a flavorful chicken kabob marinade and vegetables. This colorful meal is easy to make on the grill or in the oven.

Provided by Kristine Rosenblatt

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or dried oregano)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 small or 1 medium zucchini (sliced into ½-inch thick rounds)
1 red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 yellow bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 small red or yellow onion (cut into 1-inch chunks with a few layers still together)
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in a dish of warm water for at least 20 minutes.
  • Combine the chicken marinade ingredients in a zip-top bag or dish: olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Italian seasoning and black pepper. Squish to mix in the bag or whisk if using a dish.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Make sure that all of the chicken is coated with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Place the zucchini rounds and chopped bell peppers in a baking dish or bowl. Drizzle with the 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss gently to coat. Add the onion to the bowl last and mix in very gently so that the onion layers stay together as best as possible.
  • Put the chicken and vegetables on the skewers, dividing evenly between the 8 skewers and arranging the vegetable pieces in between the chicken pieces. Aim to put about 3 chicken pieces and 2-3 pieces of each vegetable per skewer. Discard all of the used marinade that held the chicken.
  • Grill over medium heat for 12-18 minutes, turning every few minutes to cook all sides evenly. Kabobs are done when chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165° F.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 skewers, Calories 407 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 747 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 11 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g

APPETIZER CHICKEN KABOBS



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These little chicken kabobs are a perfect appetizer. They're quick and easy to prepare, which means I can spend more time visiting with guests.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup soy sauce
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
6 medium (4-1/8" long)s green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, stems removed

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine first five ingredients. Stir in chicken and onion; allow to marinate for 30 minutes. Soak wooden skewers in water. On each skewer, thread a piece of chicken, onion, mushroom and another chicken piece. Place on a broiler rack. Broil 5 in. from the heat, turning and basting with marinade after 3 minutes. Continue broiling for another 3 minutes or until chicken is done. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 13.7 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1100.3 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

APPETIZER CHICKEN KABOBS



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These little chicken kabobs are a perfect appetizer. They're quick and easy to prepare, which means I can spend more time visiting with guests.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup soy sauce
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
6 medium (4-1/8" long)s green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, stems removed

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine first five ingredients. Stir in chicken and onion; allow to marinate for 30 minutes. Soak wooden skewers in water. On each skewer, thread a piece of chicken, onion, mushroom and another chicken piece. Place on a broiler rack. Broil 5 in. from the heat, turning and basting with marinade after 3 minutes. Continue broiling for another 3 minutes or until chicken is done. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 13.7 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1100.3 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

CHICKEN KABOB



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Try these spicy grilled chicken kabobs - a tasty appetizer!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 (6-inch) bamboo skewers
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped (1 teaspoon)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 package (1 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in 32 (1-inch) pieces
1 red or yellow bell pepper, cut into 24 (1-inch) pieces

Steps:

  • Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes. In shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix onion, garlic, parsley, paprika, pepper flakes, cumin, salt, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and lemon juice. Add chicken; turning to coat with marinade. Cover dish or seal bag; refrigerate, turning chicken occasionally, at least 1 hour to marinate.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Thread chicken and bell pepper pieces on skewers.
  • Place kabobs on grill over medium heat. Cook 9 to 11 minutes, turning occasionally; brushing with remaining 2 tablespoons oil, until chicken is no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, cut your chicken into uniform pieces.
  • Soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling will prevent them from burning.
  • For a flavorful marinade, use a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.
  • If you don't have wooden skewers, you can use metal skewers or even toothpicks.
  • To prevent the chicken from drying out, baste it with marinade or melted butter while grilling.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat until it is cooked through, but not overcooked.
  • Serve the chicken kabobs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Appetizer chicken kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make party food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of marinades and grilling techniques to choose from, you can create kabobs that are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give chicken kabobs a try. You won't be disappointed.

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