These grilled chicken skewers are glazed in the most delicious guava BBQ sauce and they are sure to be the main star at any cookout this summer! Easy to make, they are ready to serve in 30 minutes.
*This post has kindly been sponsored by Weber Grills.
Many vacations have been canceled in 2020, but just because we’re hunkered down at home doesn’t mean we can’t stay curious, experience new things, and discover what’s possible through inspirational recipes.
This summer my family and I were planning a trip to Miami, which sadly didn’t happen. However, we can still experience the delicious flavors of the city at home with these grilled chicken skewers with guava BBQ sauce.
Every time I think about Miami, the sweet delicious flavor of guava always comes to mind. In Miami guava is everywhere. From the delicious cuban bake treats like guava pastelitos and masa real to guava mojitos, ketchup and even barbecue sauce!
Food can transport us anywhere in the world through its smell and flavors! That’s why I decided to bring the delicious flavors of my favorite city home with this grilled chicken skewers smothered in the most amazingly sweet and tangy guava sauce. It’s a super easy recipe that’s so simple to make on your Weber Genesis II!
Be sure to check out my Grilled Honey Chipotle BBQ Chicken Skewers and Grilled Garlic Cilantro Chicken Skewers.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Red and yellow and green bell pepper
- Onion
- Salt and pepper
- Guava paste
- BBQ sauce
- Garlic
- Lime juice
- Apple cider vinegar
How to make grilled chicken skewers
- Heat outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto skewers. Season chicken and vegetable skewers with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place chicken skewers on the grill to cook turning occasionally until charred, about 10-15 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan combine guava paste, barbecue sauce, garlic, lime juice, and vinegar. Bring to a slow simmer and stir until the guava paste has melted and the sauce is smooth, set aside.
- When skewers are almost done, brush with guava barbecue sauce and grill until done.
Top Tips for Grilling
If you are new to grilling, or want to up your grilling game, here are my top tips to create the most delicious food on your Weber grill!
- Always start with a clean grill. Your food is less likely to stick. It also prevents flare-ups and keeps yesterday’s dinner from ruining today’s lunch. It’s easiest to clean the grill when it’s hot.
- Oil the food, not the grate. Oiling the food prevents food from sticking and it adds flavor and helps seasoning adhere to the food.
- Keep the lid down. Using the lid is really important. It limits the amount of air getting to the fire, thus preventing flare-ups, and it helps to cook food on the top and bottom simultaneously.
- Let your food come to room temperature before cooking it on the grill. This will help the meat cook evenly. I like to take whatever I’m cooking out of the fridge 30 minutes before I plan to cook it.
- Caramelization is key. Searing literally develops hundreds of flavors and aromas on the surface of the protein. When meat hits hot cooking grates, it instantly begins caramelizing to get that great, grilled flavor.
- Let the chicken, steak or whatever you are cooking rest before serving. Resting allows the juices to redistribute for the juiciest bite.
Can you make the skewers ahead of time?
These skewers are best served right off of the grill, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get ahead of things. You can thread and season the skewers a day ahead of time and keep them covered in the fridge. You can also make the sauce the day before and just warm it through when you are ready to glaze the chicken.
What do you serve with chicken skewers
These skewers are perfect to serve with all of your classic BBQ and cookout sides. I like to make a mixture of salads that can be made ahead of time to make everything hassle-free! Try these skewers with:
- Mexican Grilled Corn Salad (Esquites)
- Cuban Style Quinoa Salad with Mango Avocado Salsa
- Caprese Salad
- Tuna and Penne Pasta Salad
If you are planning to serve these grilled chicken skewers with close family and friends at a cookout this summer, be sure to check out my How To Host A Cookout and Menu Ideas.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- If you can’t find guava paste at the store, you can use guava preserves.
- You can use metal or wooden skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about an hour before grilling to keep them from burning in the grill.
- Be sure to cook the chicken all the way through. The outside should be slightly charred and have a uniformed white color inside. If you have an instant-read thermometer they should register at 165F.
About the Weber Genesis II
I used the Weber Genesis II to make this recipe and the grill is an absolute dream! It is available in three to four burner models, with the option of upgraded features, and either a sleek open cart design or grill cabinet for storing tools.
- Weber offers a 10-year warranty on all parts of the grill.
- Porcelain-enameled, cast-iron or stainless steel cooking grates provide superior heat retention.
- The fuel gauge lets you see how much fuel is left in the tank (LP only).
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Grilled Chicken Skewers with Guava BBQ Sauce
Author:Ingredients
- 8-10 skewer sticks
- 2 ½ pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless, cut into 1 inch cubes
- ½ cup green bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- ½ cup red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- ½ cup yellow bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
- ½ cup Spanish onion cut into 1 inch pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Guava BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup guava paste
- 1 1/2 cup original BBQ sauce
- 1 garlic clove
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Heat outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto skewers. Season chicken and vegetable skewers with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place chicken skewers on the grill to cook turning occasionally until charred, about 10-15 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan combine guava paste, barbecue sauce, garlic, lime juice, and vinegar. Bring to a slow simmer and stir until the guava paste has melted and the sauce is smooth, set aside.
- When skewers are almost done, brush with guava barbecue sauce and grill until done.
Notes
- If you can’t find guava paste at the store, you can use guava preserves.
- You can use metal or wooden skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about an hour before grilling to keep them from burning in the grill.
- Be sure to cook the chicken all the way through. The outside should be slightly charred and have a uniformed white color inside. If you have an instant-read thermometer they should register at 165F.
Nutrition
The nutritional information of this recipe and all recipes on mydominicankitchen.com is only an estimate. The accuracy of any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Brenda says
Wow these grilled chicken skewers looks delicious! I have to try the barbecue sauce with guava paste, it must be so yummy.
María says
I really want to eat grilled chicken skewers. The lime juice is sure to give it a very special touch.
Vanessa says
It’s so good!
Pilar says
I love the grilled chicken!!! And this looks fantastic, i need to try your recipe.
Vanessa says
Give it a try! You won’t be disappointed. 🙂
Anne Marie Leon says
Este Grilled Chicken Skewers quedó demasiado apetitoso, ya anoté la receta para este fin de semana, además que se ve fácil de preparar, gracias!
Vanessa says
Te va a encantar!
Blanca says
This chicken skewers looks delicious! Good thing the weather is still nice so we can use the grill.
Vanessa says
They sure are delicious and the weather is perfect for grilling!