Tequila Sunrise Chicken Skewers

Cut each chicken breast lengthwise into 4 strips – a total of 16 strips. Combine cranberry juice, orange juice, tequila and 1 teaspoon of the Sriracha, blending well. Add chicken strips, coating well; let marinate for at least an hour or as long as 4 hours in the refrigerator. (If using bamboo skewers, soak them in warm water for at least 30 minutes prior to use.) Meanwhile, combine the remaining 1/4 teaspoon Sriracha with the cranberry sauce, caramel sauce, mustard and lime juice in a small saucepan. Place over medium low heat, whisking until well blended, smooth and warm. Place into a small bowl and set aside. This will be used to baste the chicken. Heat gas grill to high, or make a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill. Oil grill grate. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Thread 1 chicken strip onto each of 16 (8-inch) skewers. Place chicken on grill; cook on one side until well-browned, about 4-5 minutes; turn and grill until the other side is browned (about 3-4 minutes longer), basting with the cranberry-caramel mixture, until chicken is done and is nicely glazed. Remove skewers from grill; sprinkle as desired with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Tip: Serve skewers with our Spicy Cranberry Caramel Sauce and garnish with orange and lime slices, if desired. Makes 8 appetizer servings of 2 skewers each. Note – alternate method of cooking, if a broiler is preferred. Preheat oven broiler; line a shallow baking pan or sheet with foil. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Thread 1 chicken strip onto each of 16 (8-inch) skewers. Place chicken on prepared baking pan and broil, turning once and watching closely to prevent burning, until browned and cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes total, basting occasionally with the cranberry-caramel mixture. (Serves 8) Ocean Spray 2012 Tailgating Recipe Contest FinalistJanice ElderCharlotte, NC