30 Chicken Skewers Recipes That You Need to Try Now!

October 30, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Chicken skewers are a lot more versatile than people realize! So, if you are tired of eating the same old skewers again and again, you have come to the right place. In this post, you will find so many different kinds of chicken skewers recipes. From simple spiced ones to ones covered in herbs to those with contrasting flavors. Go ahead and check them all out here! 

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1. Paprika Chicken Skewers

This recipe is perfectly smoky, really making these griddle cooked skewers taste like they have come off a grill! Toss the chicken with smoked paprika, garlic, red wine vinegar, oil, and chili powder and marinate. Then, thread through skewers and cook on each side until done. Serve with a homemade dip!  

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Paprika Chicken Skewers

2. Simple Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce

With this recipe, it is all about letting the natural flavors of the chicken shine through so the meat isn't seasoned. Instead, the skewers are served with a creamy peanut sauce! Thread the chicken through skewers and grill before sprinkling on some cilantro. In the meantime, blend peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, chili flakes, chili oil, and lime juice for the sauce! 

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Simple Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce

3. Spiced Chicken Skewers 

This recipe infuses the chicken with the most incredible blend of spices! Coat the chicken in a marinade of yogurt, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, chili flakes, garlic granules, and lemon juice. Once marinated, thread through skewers and cook until lightly charred! 

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Spiced Chicken Skewers

4. Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers 

If you want to take your skewers to a whole other level, this is the recipe that you need to experiment with! First, marinate the chicken in aromatics, soy sauce, coconut cream, sugar, and oyster sauce. After this, skewer the chicken and grill. When nearly done, brush the chicken with a homemade coconut cream glaze and grill a bit longer. Serve with a peanut sauce! 

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Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers

5. Greek Chicken Skewers 

The herbs and lemon juice work so beautifully with these Greek inspired skewers! Let the chicken sit in a mix of olive oil, rosemary, oregano, garlic, lemon juice, and spices for a while. Then, thread the chicken onto the skewers along with red onion. Grill the skewers, rest, and enjoy! 

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Greek Chicken Skewers

6. Lemony Chicken Skewers 

The name of these skewers only tell you part of the story - while the lemon adds a delightful tang, the skewers are also flavored by herbs and spices! Toss the chicken cubes in lemon juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, paprika, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne and marinate. Follow this up by skewering the chicken and grilling! 

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Lemony Chicken Skewers

7. Honey Sriracha Chicken Skewers

Sweet and spicy with a hint of tang, these skewers are so good! Simply mix honey, sriracha, soy sauce, dijon mustard, and garlic and marinate the chicken in this .When ready, grill on each side. Baste the skewers with reserved marinade twice before you finish grilling! 

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Honey Sriracha Chicken Skewers

8. Honey Chipotle Chicken Skewers

The smoky and sweet flavors of these skewers are so good! Mix honey with chipotle pepper in adobo, garlic, taco seasoning, and orange juice and zest. Coat the chicken in this, thread the meat through the skewers, and then cook however you like! 

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Honey Chipotle Chicken Skewers

9. Peruvian Chicken Skewers 

These skewers boast a hint of spiciness and plenty of savoriness, making them a standout dish! Toss the chicken in a marinade of brown sugar, garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, lime juice, and ginger. Once marinated, thread the chicken onto skewers and cook. Make sure to baste the chicken with reserved marinade for extra flavor! 

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Peruvian Chicken Skewers

10. Sambal Chicken Skewers

Spicy and sticky, these skewers are going to blow your mind with all their flavor! Whisk up rice vinegar, sambal, fish sauce, sriracha, brown sugar, and ginger and toss the chicken in this. Skewer and then grill. In the meantime, simmer the marinade and use as a basting sauce as the skewers cook!  

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Sambal Chicken Skewers

11. Aromatic Chicken Skewers 

These aromatic chicken skewers boast lots of different flavors making them quite the culinary experience! Crush the ginger and garlic before mixing in vinegar, honey, coriander, and chile powder. Coat the chicken in this for a while and then grill or broil until lightly charred! 

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Aromatic Chicken Skewers

12. Garlic and Herb Chicken Skewers

With their earthy flavors, these skewers are perfect for when you want to enjoy a light and refreshing meal! The chicken is tossed in a mix of rosemary, thyme, parsley, oregano, garlic, rice vinegar, and lemon zest. Let the chicken marinate for a while before threading on skewers and grilling! 

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Garlic and Herb Chicken Skewers

13. Olive Oil and Herb Chicken Skewers 

These skewers are lightly flavored but taste so good! Begin by blending olive oil, rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, lemon zest, and sticky balsamic together. Marinate the chicken in this before adding to skewers along with onion, peppers, and tomatoes. Grill on each side, drizzle with lemon juice, and serve! 

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Olive Oil and Herb Chicken Skewers

14. Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers 

These skewers offer just the right amount of tang and sweetness, making them incredible! First, marinate the chicken in coconut aminos, baking soda, and pineapple juice. In the meantime, make a sauce with garlic, ginger, pineapple juice, honey, tomato paste, and dried apricots. Skewer the chicken along with veggie and pineapple and baste with the sauce before grilling! 

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Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers

15. BBQ Pineapple Chicken Skewers 

The spicy, sweet, tanginess of the chicken is perfectly complemented by the sweetness of the pineapple! Marinate the chicken in a mix of ketchup, honey, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and spices. Then, thread the chicken onto skewers along with pineapple, peppers, and onions. Grill on each side and enjoy! 

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BBQ Pineapple Chicken Skewers

16. Spicy Beer BBQ Chicken Skewers 

If you really want to do something different with your skewers, then you have got to give this recipe a try! Add beer, ketchup, honey, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and spices to a pan and simmer. Then, add in barbecue sauce and chicken pieces before threading onto a skewer and cooking on all sides! 

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Spicy Beer BBQ Chicken Skewers

17. Lemongrass Chicken Skewers 

The zesty and savory flavors of these skewers are going to delight your taste buds! Start by marinading the chicken in a mix of lemongrass, aromatics, sugar, vinegar, fish sauce, and soy sauce. Skewer the chicken and grill. Then, whip up a homemade nuoc cham and serve with the skewers. 

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Lemongrass Chicken Skewers

18. Miso Togarashi Chicken Skewers

These Asian inspired chicken skewers are just out of this world! Mix miso, maple syrup, aromatics, sesame oil, and aromatics and marinade the chicken in this along with buttermilk. Then, thread onto skewers and grill, basting with the reserved marinade and sprinkle with seasoning before serving with a dipping sauce! 

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Miso Togarashi Chicken Skewers

19. Honey Sesame Chicken Skewers

Sweet, savory, and smoky, these skewers pack quite the flavor punch! Marinate the chicken in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, five spice, and honey. Then, grill on all sides until lightly charred. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions and serve! 

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Honey Sesame Chicken Skewers

20. Bacon Wrapped Chicken Skewers 

Yes, you heard that right - bacon wrapped skewers! All you have to do is to wrap bacon around each chicken tenderloin strip and then thread through skewers. Then, mix ketchup, maple syrup, mustard, and black pepper as a basting sauce. Grill the skewers, brushing with the sauce as you do! 

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Bacon Wrapped Chicken Skewers

21. Pesto Chicken Skewers

This is a different but yummy take on skewers! Toss the chicken cubes in pesto and marinate. Coat fresh mozzarella balls in pesto as well. Thread the chicken and tomatoes through skewers and grill on each side. Serve with the fresh mozzarella! 

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Pesto Chicken Skewers

22. Italian Chicken Skewers 

The chicken is tossed in the most incredible Italian flavors, making these an excellent option for spring or summer meals! Blend onion, garlic, parsley, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, and oil and then marinate the chicken in this paste. Skewer the chicken and then grill or bake until charred on all sides! 

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Italian Chicken Skewers

23. Sweet and Spicy Chicken Skewers 

These skewers are so flavorful and strike the perfect balance between sweet and spicy! Marinade the chicken in a mix of lime juice, honey, sriracha, soy sauce, aromatics, seasonings, and paprika. Then, thread the chicken through the skewers and grill, basting with the marinade. 

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Sweet and Spicy Chicken Skewers

24. Spicy Chicken Skewers 

Give your taste buds a kick with these skewers! Toss the chicken in a mix of cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes, and cinnamon and marinate.Then, thread the chicken through skewers along with mushrooms, peppers, and jalapenos. Grill on each side and enjoy! 

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Spicy Chicken Skewers

25. Chipotle Chicken Skewers 

These smoky and slightly spicy skewers make the ultimate appetizer! Toss the chicken with chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, brown sugar, cilantro, and spices. Once the flavors have been absorbed, thread the chicken through the skewers and cook. Serve with a creamy dipping sauce! 

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Chipotle Chicken Skewers

26. Chinese Street Cart Skewers

Make these Chinese street food skewers in the comfort of your own kitchen! Toss the chicken in spices like cumin, five spice powder, and white pepper powder, toragashi, and sesame oil. Then, thread the chicken through skewers and cook on each side until lightly charred!

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Chinese Street Cart Skewers

27. Spiced Chicken and Grape Skewers

The spiciness of the chicken and the sweetness of the grapes are such a fun combination in this skewer! The chicken is marinated in lemon juice and zest, cumin, coriander, and garlic. Once done, thread through the skewers along with grapes. Then, grill on each side until lightly browned. Sprinkle with mint and serve with lemon wedges! 

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Spiced Chicken and Grape Skewers

28. Chicken Shawarma Skewers

You can make your very own shawarmas with this recipe! Toss the chicken with garlic, lemon juice, and a whole heap of smoky spices. Then, thread the chicken through skewers along with yellow onion. Grill until charred and then serve with pita bread, pickles, and garlic sauce!

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Chicken Shawarma Skewers

29. Tandoori Chicken Skewers 

You can skip pricey takeout once you learn how to make these incredible skewers! Begin by marinating the chicken in yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, herbs, and spices. Skewer the chicken and then grill until a light char appears. Serve with homemade tzatziki sauce!  

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Tandoori Chicken Skewers

30. Caprese Chicken Skewers 

Light, filled with flavor, and the ideal summer dish - these skewers are incredible! First, make up a vinaigrette by mixing pesto with balsamic vinegar, honey, lemon, and seasonings. Then, skewer with tomatoes and grill. Serve this with fresh mozzarella balls tossed with the vinaigrette and burrata!  

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Caprese Chicken Skewers

There you go - all the many types of chicken skewers that you can cook for yourself! These are great for barbecues, appetizers, or even as sides. And, with so much variety for you to choose from, finding a favorite for each person should be an absolute breeze! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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