Name: Chicken Kabobs
Yield: 4

This Chicken Kabobs Recipe has tender chicken, mangos, onions, tomatoes, and spicy sriracha sauce. They’re packed with protein and flavor!

author’s note

Chicken Kabobs Recipe with a Sweet Sidekick!

There are a lot of chicken kabobs out there. But what makes mine stand out is the grilled mango and the triple-use marinade.

I learned the grilled mango trick years ago at BUSH’S BBQ Bootcamp with master griller Steven Raichlen. I went expecting to learn about meat temperatures and grill marks and didn’t expect fruit to steal the show.

But once I tasted smoky, lightly caramelized mango straight off the grill, I was sold.

Now I will not make chicken kabobs without it.

The sweetness balances the citrusy marinade, the slight char adds depth, and paired with that creamy sriracha sauce, it hits every flavor note in one bite. My family requests this on repeat all summer long.

Creating the marinade, adding chopped chicken, and marinating it in a large bowl.

Chicken Kabobs Recipe Ingredients

Ingredient	Tips & Swaps
Boneless skinless chicken breasts	Cut into 1 to 1½ inch pieces for even cooking. Chicken thighs also work and stay extra juicy.
Fresh mango	Use ripe mango that gives slightly when pressed. Honey mangos are especially sweet and creamy.
Orange & lime juice	Freshly squeezed makes a big flavor difference. Do not skip the lime zest in the sauce.
Soy sauce	Reduced sodium keeps it balanced. Coconut aminos can be used if preferred.
Honey	Adds sweetness and helps caramelization. Maple syrup works in a pinch.
Red onion and Zucchini	Cut into large even chunks.
Sriracha	Adjust to taste. Add more for heat, less for mild.

Bright, vibrant, fresh fruit and vegetables on a plate before being grilled.

How To Make This Chicken Kabobs Recipe

Marinade: Combine oil, orange and lime juice, cilantro, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, sriracha, salt, and pepper.
Marinate: Cut chicken into pieces, place in a bag with marinade, and refrigerate.
Prep Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high and oil the grates.
Prep Veggies/Fruit: Chop mango, onion, zucchini, and keep cherry tomatoes ready.
Assemble Kabobs: Skewer chicken, mango, onion, zucchini, and tomatoes.
Grill: Cook kabobs on the grill for 6-8 minutes, turn once. Remove and serve.

Quick Tip

If you do happen to add all the marinade to the raw chicken, you can boil it in a saucepan to make it safe again. More details here.

Uncooked chicken kabobs recipe, prepared and ready for grilling.

Tips For Success

For the best chicken kabobs recipe, use a ripe mango so it caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Gently squeeze to check ripeness.
Honey Mangos (Ataulfo) are recommended for their sweetness and creaminess.
Cut vegetables and chicken into even sizes for uniform cooking.