This is seriously the best chicken kebob I have ever made or eaten. The flavor is unique and really delicious. They got a thumbs up from the husband also! To make these you will need:
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoons sweet paprika
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
4 teaspoons brown sugar
2-3 slices raw bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 green pepper, cut in 1" pieces
1 medium onion, quartered
1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
1.) Trim chicken of excess fat, then cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the salt. Put the green pepper and onion on a microwave safe plate and microwave about 4 minutes or until they are soft.
2.) Meanwhile, pat the chicken dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the paprikas and sugar. Place the raw bacon in a food processor and pulse for about 30-45 seconds, until a smooth paste forms, scraping down the sides of the bowl twice throughout. Add the bacon paste and spice mixture to the chicken. Mix with hands or spatula until the ingredients are blended and chicken is coated. Thread the chicken, pepper and onion pieces onto the skewers, rolling or folding as needed to maintain 1-inch cubes.
3.) Turn all grill burners to high, close lid, and heat for about 15 minutes. Leave primary burner on, but turn off other burners.
4.) Grill the chicken over the primary burner with lid closed, rotating one-quarter of a turn every 2 minutes or so until browned and slightly charred (about 8 minutes total for chicken breast and 10 minutes for thighs). Brush the top of kebabs with BBQ sauce; flip and cook until sauce is browned in spots, about 1 minute. Brush second side with sauce; flip and cook for another minute or so, until cooked through.
5.) Remove kebabs from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve, passing remaining BBQ sauce separately, if desired.
