BBQ CHICKEN SKEWERS

These bite-sized skewers are a tasty option.  Make double quantities of the sauce and use half for dipping if you like.

Prep time:  40 minutes plus marinating
Cook time:  15 minutes
Serves:  4

Ingredients:
12 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 red and 1 yellow peppe seeded and cut into chunks

Barbecue sauce:
6 tbsp ketchup
2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
grated zest and juice of 1 lime
2 tsp freshly grated ginger
2 tbsp brown sugar

Equipment:
small saucepan
wooden spoon
cutting board
knife
mixing bowl
small wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
pastry brush

1.  Place all the ingredients for the sauce in a small pan, bring to a boil, then simmer for 2 minutes, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.  Let cool.

2.  Cut each chicken thigh into 2 to 3 pieces.  Place the cooled sauce in a large bowl.  Turn the cutting board over.

3.  Add the chicken, stir to coat, then let marinate for about 30 minutes.

4.  Thread 2 to 3 pieces of chicken onto wooden skewers with pieces of red and yellow bell pepper.  Repeat until the chicken and peppers have been used up.

5.  Line the bottom of a broiler pan with foil, then broil for 10-12 minutes, turning and brushing with the sauce, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Tip:  Remember to soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning.