Cowboy Kabobs
Fire up your grill for these irresistible Cowboy Kabobs, a hearty and flavor-packed skewer recipe perfect for your next barbecue. Featuring tender cubes of marinated sirloin steak, smoky thick-cut bacon, and a vibrant medley of vegetables—like bell peppers, red onion, and mushrooms—these kabobs are a true crowd-pleaser. The steak is infused with a bold marinade of olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, ensuring every bite is bursting with savory goodness. Easy to prepare and quick to cook, these kabobs are grilled to perfection in just 15 minutes, making them an ideal weeknight meal or party centerpiece. Serve them sizzling hot with sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread for a complete cowboy-inspired feast! Perfect for grill enthusiasts, this skewer recipe is destined to become a staple at your cookouts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound sirloin steak
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 whole bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 whole red onion
- 8 whole mushrooms (baby bella or button)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 8 pieces wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning while grilling.
Cut the sirloin steak into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour this marinade over the steak cubes and toss to coat. Let the steak marinate for 20-30 minutes in the refrigerator.
While the steak is marinating, prepare the vegetables: Cut the bell peppers into 1-inch squares, peel and cut the red onion into similar-sized chunks, and clean the mushrooms, leaving them whole if they are small or halving them if they are large.
Cut the bacon slices in half crosswise. This will allow easier threading onto the skewers.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
Assemble the kabobs by threading a piece of steak onto the skewer, followed by a folded piece of bacon, then a piece of bell pepper, a chunk of onion, and a mushroom. Repeat this pattern until each skewer is full, leaving about 1-2 inches of space at the end of each skewer for handling. Ensure even spacing for uniform cooking.
Place the kabobs on the preheated grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the steak is cooked to your desired level (medium-rare to medium works best) and the vegetables are tender with slight char marks.
Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve the Cowboy Kabobs hot with your favorite barbecue sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.3 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.7 g | 218% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 458 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 4381 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 152.1 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 3252 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
