Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Texas BBQ Glaze
Juicy chicken skewers marinated in fresh herbs and garlic, grilled to perfection and brushed with a smoky Texas-style BBQ glaze. This american-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 87 minutes pairs pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon, finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
- 1 tablespoon, finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup Texas-style BBQ sauce
- 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch cubes. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary, 1 tablespoon chopped thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1.5 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper to create the marinade. Toss the chicken cubes in the marinade until fully coated, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to absorb flavors.
- Step 2: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers evenly.
- Step 3: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 4 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and has golden grill marks.
- Step 4: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush each skewer generously with 1/2 cup Texas-style BBQ sauce, flipping and basting again to form a sticky glaze.
- Step 5: Remove from the grill and let the skewers rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute and the glaze to set.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Texas BBQ Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 87 minutes (75 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Texas BBQ Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Texas BBQ Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Texas BBQ Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken Skewers with Texas BBQ Glaze?
American bbq & smoked like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
