GRILLED KIWI-CHICKEN KABOBS WITH HONEY-CHIPOTLE GLAZE

Grilled Kiwi-Chicken Kabobs with Honey-Chipotle Glaze image

When guests bite into these juicy grilled kabobs, their eyes always widen with satisfaction. Our four kids are crazy about the spicy-sweet sauce. -Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 kabobs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
8 medium kiwifruit, peeled and halved
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
Lime juice, optional
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

Combine garlic, lime juice, oil and salt. Add chicken and kiwi; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 30 minutes., Mix honey and chipotle peppers. Drain chicken and kiwi, discarding marinade. On 8 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken and kiwi. , Grill, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat, turning occasionally, until juices run clear, 10-12 minutes. During last 4 minutes, baste frequently with honey-chipotle mixture., Serve with fresh lime juice and rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein.