Pecan-Jalapeño Chicken Skewers with Herb Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-17 · Updated 2026-04-17

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Tender chicken cubes coated in a smoky pecan and jalapeño glaze, grilled to golden perfection for a flavorful weeknight meal. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 57 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, pecans, honey 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.

Prep: 45 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 pounds, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breasts
1/4 cup, chopped pecans
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 cup, finely chopped, seeds removed jalapeño
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8, soaked in water for 30 minutes skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/2 cup chopped jalapeño, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Place 1.5 pounds cubed chicken in a shallow dish and pour the pecan-jalapeño glaze over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated; let marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto soaked skewers, alternating with any remaining pecans and jalapeño pieces.
Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F) and lightly oil the grates.
Step 5: Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning once halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred at the edges.