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Flavorful Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Kabobs

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Juicy and flavorful grilled chicken kabobs marinated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, perfect for quick and easy summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
  • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soaked if wooden)
  • ⅓ cup honey (raw or clover honey works great)
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard (yellow mustard can be used for milder flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for best flavor.
  3. While the chicken marinates, chop the red bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini into 1 ½-inch pieces. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
  4. Thread the chicken and vegetables alternately onto the skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill kabobs for 5–7 minutes per side, turning carefully until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and glaze caramelizes.
  6. If glaze darkens too quickly, move kabobs to indirect heat and close the lid to finish cooking gently.
  7. Let kabobs rest a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. For indoor cooking, use a grill pan on medium-high heat and watch closely to avoid burning the honey glaze. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor but no longer than 2 hours to avoid texture issues.

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