1. Begin by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
2. Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. This size ensures they cook evenly and quickly.
3. In a large bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl, ensuring they’re well-coated with the marinade. Let them sit for at least 20 minutes to soak up all those flavors.
5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan on the stove works just fine.
6. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a bit of space between each piece for even cooking.
7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has beautiful grill marks.
8. Brush on additional BBQ sauce during the last couple of minutes for an extra punch of flavor.

And there you have it! Enjoy the aroma that fills your kitchen or backyard as you grill these skewers, just like the scents that used to waft through our family apartment, signaling a meal was almost ready.