Easy Honey-Lime Jamaican Jerk Chicken Skewers
Juicy Jamaican jerk chicken skewers marinated in bold Caribbean spices, grilled to perfection, and finished with a sweet and tangy honey-lime glaze. Perfect for summer cookouts, family dinners, and easy meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Skewers
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 whole large red onion cut into squares
- 1 whole large bell pepper cut into squares
- 3 whole scallions sliced
For the Marinade
- 3 tbsp Jamaican jerk paste
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp soy sauce or tamari
For the Honey-Lime Glaze
- ⅓ cup dark raw honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp reserved marinade
Instructions
Marinate
- Whisk marinade ingredients together. Reserve 2 tablespoons before adding chicken. Coat chicken and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Assemble
- Thread chicken, onion, and bell pepper onto skewers.
Grill
- Preheat grill to 400°F–425°F. Grill skewers 5–6 minutes per side until nearly cooked through.
Glaze & Finish
- Simmer honey, lime juice, and reserved marinade for 2–3 minutes. Brush over skewers during the final minutes of cooking. Grill until sticky and caramelized and chicken reaches 165°F.