Honey Mustard Chicken & Sausage Skewers Recipe
Juicy chicken and smoky sausage skewers baked to perfection with a tangy honey mustard glaze for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
4 Servings
Ingredients
For the Skewers:
- 1 ½ lb chicken breast cut into large cubes
- 14 oz smoked sausage kielbasa or andouille, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves finely pasted
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ lemon juiced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Glaze:
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (convection bake setting if available). Prepare a disposable half tray or line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
Marinate the Chicken
- Place the cubed chicken breast into a mixing bowl. Add olive oil, garlic paste, smoked paprika, onion powder, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside with a pastry brush for glazing.
Assemble the Skewers
- Using five metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread the marinated chicken cubes and smoked sausage slices alternately until evenly distributed.
Bake and Glaze
- Place the skewers on the top rack of the oven and bake for 6 minutes. Remove, flip each skewer, and brush with the prepared honey mustard glaze. Return to the oven and bake for another 6 minutes. Repeat the flip-and-glaze process two more times, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the glaze is caramelized.
Serve
- Transfer the skewers to a serving plate. Serve with a bed of coleslaw and additional honey mustard glaze, if desired.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the smoked sausage with a certified gluten-free variety and ensure the Dijon mustard and mayonnaise are labeled gluten-free. All other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.