• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into chunks
• 2 red bell peppers, cut into squares
• 1 large sweet onion, cut into chunks
• 1 pint blueberries
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• ½ cup blueberries
• ¼ cup strawberry preserves
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)

1. In a small saucepan, combine BBQ sauce, blueberries, strawberry preserves, vinegar, and hot sauce.
2. Simmer for 10 minutes until berries break down.
3. Blend until smooth or leave slightly chunky for texture.
4. Set aside.

1. Toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Thread chicken, red peppers, onion, and blueberries onto skewers, alternating colors for a patriotic look.

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Grill skewers for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally.
3. During the last 5 minutes, brush generously with berry BBQ glaze.

• Fresh blueberries
• Crumbled feta cheese
• Chopped parsley

Patriotic Side Pairing

• Cubed watermelon
• Fresh blueberries
• Feta cheese
• Mint leaves
• Lime juice

Why It Works