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Best Honey Chipotle Chicken Skewers with Mango Salsa

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Smoky, sweet, and spicy honey chipotle chicken skewers paired with a bright, fresh mango salsa. Ready in about 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues.

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 10–12 wooden or metal skewers
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Make the marinade: In a blender or food processor, combine the honey, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, lime zest, cumin, salt, and olive oil. Blend until completely smooth.
  2. Prep the chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into 1.5-inch cubes. Place in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour about two-thirds of the marinade over the chicken (reserve the rest for basting). Toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. Soak the skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  4. Make the mango salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently. Set aside at room temperature.
  5. Thread the skewers: Remove chicken from the fridge. Thread cubes onto skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece. Discard used marinade.
  6. Preheat the grill: Heat grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F). Clean and oil the grates.
  7. Grill the skewers: Place skewers on the grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is charred and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Brush with reserved marinade during the last minute of cooking on each side.
  8. Rest and serve: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Serve hot, topped with mango salsa.

Notes

Don’t marinate longer than 2 hours or the lime acid can break down the chicken’s texture. For extra heat, add another chipotle pepper. If using wooden skewers, soak them for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Let the skewers rest after grilling for juicier results.

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