Description
Filipino-style barbecue on a stick is a sweet, savory, and tangy grilled chicken dish marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, citrus juice, and soda. It’s perfect for parties, family gatherings, or casual meals that feel like home.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup lemon juice or calamansi juice
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 can (330 ml) Sprite
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 kg chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Barbecue skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, lemon or calamansi juice, ketchup, dark brown sugar, garlic, Sprite, black pepper, and salt. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Thread marinated chicken onto pre-soaked skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill skewers for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with leftover marinade, until chicken is fully cooked and caramelized.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results.
- Add chili garlic sauce or chopped chilies for a spicier version.
- Use bottled calamansi juice if fresh is unavailable.
- Cook on a grill pan or bake and broil if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
- Freeze marinated chicken for up to 1 month for easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/5 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
