Filipino-Style Chicken Barbecue Skewers
Juicy and flavorful Filipino-style chicken barbecue skewers marinated in a sweet-savory mix of banana ketchup, soy sauce, and calamansi juice, then grilled to caramelized perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (6–8 skewers)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Filipino
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup banana ketchup
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp calamansi juice (or lime/lemon juice)
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together banana ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, onion, calamansi juice, ginger, and black pepper.
- Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
- Thread chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill skewers for 5–7 minutes per side, brushing with extra marinade, until cooked through and charred.
- Optional: Broil in oven on high for 2–3 minutes for extra caramelization.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Chicken thighs are juicier than breast and recommended.
- For a spicy kick, add chili flakes to the marinade.
- Pineapple juice adds tenderness and tropical flavor.
- Melted garlic butter brushed before serving adds richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
