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Smoky Sweet Chicken Skewers w/ Greek Yogurt Garlic Sauce

June 5, 2013 by Tina Verrelli 16 Comments
Modified August 16, 2020 at 9:30 pm

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Spring, sprang, sprung!  My calendar just exploded!  I know it happens every spring and I shouldn’t be surprised, but somehow I am caught off guard – again!  Recitals, championships, end-of-year parties, graduations, field day, teacher gifts, coach gifts, swim practice – yikes!  When your calendar is approaching overload, just how many calendar screw-ups are acceptable?  More than a few I hope!  I’m sure your calendar is bursting too!  So I wish you all the best with your calendar juggles in the coming weeks!  I’m right here with you!

Dinner screw-ups tend to go hand-in-hand with calendar explosions.  I love when I plan to make some simple grilled chicken breasts, but somehow the day gets away from me and I never get them marinated.  Dry, flavorless grilled chicken breasts, no thank you!  I’d rather just scrap the whole deal and have some cereal.  But wait…(sounds like an infomercial!) with these Smoky Sweet Chicken Skewers you too can have tasty last minute chicken! …and if you make them right now, you can have a recipe for a really easy 5-ingredient sauce to go with them!  Ha!  Seriously though, these spice rubbed chicken skewers cook in about 10 minutes on the grill (in the broiler or on the stove) and the sauce is 5-ingredients stirred together!  Whew, at least something is easy!  (I usually serve the skewers with cilantro rice, I’ll include the recipe for that too.)

 Pepperman says stay strong, summer is around the corner!  (This little guy appeared while cutting peppers for the recipe - I think it's a sign!) Pepperman says stay strong, summer is around the corner!  (This little guy appeared while cutting peppers for the recipe – I think it’s a sign!)

The Rub & The Skewers:

The rub ingredients are smoked paprika, chili powder, brown sugar, adobo seasoning (or garlic salt) and cayenne pepper.

Soak the skewers in some water while you’re assembling everything.  It will keep them from completely burning up on the grill.  They will still char a bit.  Tip:  I usually soak more skewers than I need and then place the extra soaked skewers in a zip top bag in the freezer.  It’s great to have some ready when you’re in a hurry!

Assemble the Skewers:

Cut the chicken into cubes, toss with spice rub and thread onto skewers alternating with onion and sweet pepper pieces.  Drizzle with a little olive oil.

Greek Yogurt Garlic Sauce:

Just stir together plain Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt & pepper!  This cool and creamy sauce pairs well with the smoky sweet skewers!

Thank you for spending some time in the cloud with me!  I hope you enjoy the recipes!  Tina ( :

Smoky Sweet Chicken Skewers w/ Greek Yogurt Garlic Sauce

These spice rubbed chicken skewers cook in about 10 minutes on the grill (in the broiler or on the stove) and the sauce is 5-ingredients stirred together!  I usually serve the skewers with cilantro rice, I'll include the recipe for that too.
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Servings: 4 -5

Ingredients

  • 6-8 babmoo skewers (10" long)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning with pepper (or garlic salt)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1-1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 regular pack), cut in 1-1 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 sweet onion cut in 1-1 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper cut in 1-1 1/2 inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons light olive oil plus extra for rubbing grill grates

For the Sauce:

  • 7 ounces 2% plain Greek yogurt (the Fage brand I used has a 7-ounce cup)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic finely minced or pressed
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

For the Cilantro Rice:

  • 4 cups hot cooked brown rice (I used the frozen microwave variety)
  • 1 cup cilantro roughly chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh garlic chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeno minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions 

  • Soak the bamboo skewers in a shallow dish of water for about 30 minutes.  (Freeze some extra soaked skewers in a zip top bag and you'll always have some ready.)
  • Preheat grill to high heat.
  • Mix the brown sugar and spices in a bowl.  Toss the chicken pieces in the spice rub.
  • Thread the chicken onto the skewers alternating with onion and pepper pieces.
  • Drizzle the prepared skewers with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Reduce grill heat to medium.  With long tongs, rub the grill grates with a wadded paper towel dipped in a little olive oil.  Be careful of flame-ups.
  • Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes turning twice or until chicken is cooked through.
  • I usually use an instant read thermometer to check for about 170 degrees.
  • (You can also broil or cook these in a large sauté or grill pan - I've even cooked them using my panini press!)

For the Sauce:

  • Stir together in a bowl, refrigerate until ready to use

For the Cilantro Rice:

  • Combine all ingredients except the rice in a food processor or blender.  Blend/Process until smooth.  Pour over hot rice and stir.
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Filed Under: chicken, Dinner / Lunch, Grill, Mexican, Southwestern Tagged With: chicken, cilantro rice, Greek yogurt, Greek yogurt garlic sauce, grill, grilled chicken, quick dinner, smoky sweet chicken skewers, spice rub

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  1. Barbara

    June 5, 2013 at 3:07 pm

    This really looks good. I will definately be trying it!

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    • Christina Verrelli

      June 7, 2013 at 9:47 pm

      Hi Barbara!! Thanks for stopping by!! Have a nice weekend!

      Reply
  2. Julie @ Peanut Butter and Julie

    June 5, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    These look gorgeous, Tina! MUCH better than just having cereal. That pepper is so funny–definitely a sign!!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      June 7, 2013 at 9:45 pm

      Thanks Julie!! Your brown butter brownies were making me drool today!! ( :

      Reply
  3. Debbie

    June 5, 2013 at 7:24 pm

    Yummy recipe! And I think Pepperman needs to be on a tee-shirt or something!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      June 7, 2013 at 9:45 pm

      Love the t-shirt idea Debbie!!

      Reply
  4. joanne opdahl

    June 5, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    I can’t decide if your food is my new favorite or reading the stories you share that make the food come alive. We love lime and I always cook brown rice because it has a wonderful flavor and is so healthy. Thank you for sharing all these wonderful recipes, delicious and beautiful to present to family and friends. Did I forget to mention quick and easy ? I look forward to your posting each week ! You continue to amaze.

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      June 7, 2013 at 9:44 pm

      Thank you Joanne!! You always have the nicest things to say!! So glad my kids love brown rice too!! Hope you have a great weekend!! ( :

      Reply
  5. Nancy

    June 6, 2013 at 5:39 pm

    Pepper man cracked me up! Those skewers look so good — I will have to give them a try. Anything quick and grilled is appreciated this time of year!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      June 7, 2013 at 9:43 pm

      Thanks Nancy!! Have a nice weekend!! ( :

      Reply
  6. Nancy Hillen

    June 7, 2013 at 12:59 am

    Psy Pepperman looks like he’s going to start a Gangnam Style dance!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      June 7, 2013 at 9:42 pm

      Long live Pepperman!! ( :

      Reply
  7. Annemarie Curry

    June 10, 2013 at 10:09 pm

    Congratulations on being a finalist in the National Beef Cook Off! Looking forward to July 15th for you!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      June 14, 2013 at 1:31 pm

      Thanks so much Annemarie!! So thrilled my recipe is among the finalists!! ( :

      Reply
  8. vaibhavi

    December 7, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    Thia recipe looks yumm. Thank you for sharing. ill be trying out soon =)

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      January 30, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      Thank you very much! I hope you love them!

      Reply

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