Honey Garlic Bacon Wrapped Chicken Kabobs

Honey Garlic Bacon Wrapped Chicken Kabobs

These Honey Garlic Bacon Wrapped Chicken Kabobs are everything your weeknight dinner dreams are made of—crispy bacon, juicy chicken tenders, and a sticky, sweet garlic-lime glaze that’ll have you licking your fingers clean. Even better? They’re oven-baked, so no grill required.

Don’t let cooler temps stop you from enjoying BBQ-inspired favorites. These bacon-wrapped kabobs bring all the smoky, savory flavor straight to your kitchen.

If you’re loving bacon-wrapped anything, check out my Maple Glazed Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies or Brown Sugar Bacon for more meaty magic.

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Why You’ll Love These Chicken Kabobs

• Indoor-friendly — no grill needed!
• Sweet, sticky glaze — made with honey, garlic, soy, and chili paste.
• Crispy bacon + juicy chicken — the ultimate combo.
• Simple prep — 15 minutes hands-on, then let the oven do the work.

Ingredients for Honey Garlic Bacon Wrapped Chicken Kabobs

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken tenders
• 12 pieces thick cut bacon
• 1/4 cup light soy sauce
• 2 tbsp chili paste
• 4 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 12 wood skewers (soaked at least 20 minutes)
• Lime wedges, for garnish (optional)

How to Make Honey Garlic Chicken Kabobs

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Thread each chicken tender onto a soaked skewer and wrap tightly with a piece of bacon.
3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, chili paste, honey, brown sugar, garlic, lime juice, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Remove from heat.
4. Brush kabobs with the honey garlic sauce and place on the baking sheet.
5. Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through and basting with more sauce.
6. Set oven to broil and broil kabobs for 2–3 minutes until bacon is crisp.
7. Garnish with lime wedges and serve with extra sauce if desired.

Tips for Oven-Baked Kabobs

• Soak wooden skewers for 20 minutes to avoid burning.
• Use thick-cut bacon for the best crispy texture.
• Broil at the end to get those golden, crunchy edges.

FAQs About Chicken Kabobs

Can you use wooden skewers in the oven? Yes! Just soak them in water for 20 minutes before baking to keep them from burning.

What goes well with chicken kabobs? Try them with:

1. Creamy Grape Salad
2. Easy Avocado Tomato Cucumber Salad
3. Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
4. Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon
5. Parmesan Garlic Green Beans

Nutrition Info (Estimated Per Serving)

• Calories: 390
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 110mg
• Sodium: 890mg
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Sugar: 9g

Join the Conversation

Looking for more bacon-wrapped or chicken dinner inspiration? Try these reader faves:

• Maple Glazed Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies
• Crispy Baked Ranch Chicken

Tag me on Instagram @thefoodcafe with your kabob creations—I’d love to see what’s sizzling in your kitchen!