Southern Grill Snack: Memphis BBQ Chicken Bites
Find the best Southern Grill Snack recipes inspired by a famous restaurant or street-food classic, like this one for Memphis BBQ Chicken Bites.
Allergens
Contains gluten and dairy. May contain traces of soy and nuts.
Ingredients
- 1. 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 2. 1 cup BBQ sauce, Memphis
- style (sweet and spicy) 3. 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 4. 1/4 cup brown sugar 5. 2 tablespoons molasses 6. 1 teaspoon paprika 7. 1 teaspoon garlic powder 8. 1 teaspoon onion powder 9. Salt and pepper, to taste 10. Wooden skewers or metal skewers
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Cut chicken breasts into 1 inch cubes.
- Thread chicken onto skewers, piercing through the center of each piece.
- Grill chicken skewers over medium heat for 8 10 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with BBQ sauce mixture. The chicken should be cooked through and have a slightly charred exterior.
- Serve hot, drizzled with additional BBQ sauce if desired.
Chef’s Insight
The secret to perfect Memphis-style BBQ is balancing sweet and spicy flavors, so don't be shy with the sauce!
Notes
Adjust the spiciness of the BBQ sauce to your preference by adding more or less cayenne pepper.