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Grilled Chicken Pineapple Skewers

Grilled Chicken Pineapple Skewers: A Quick Flavorful BBQ Treat

Grilled Chicken Pineapple Skewers combine tender chicken and sweet pineapple for a quick and delicious summer meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with pork, beef, or shrimp.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Cut into similarly-sized chunks.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with other oils.
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Agave nectar can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced preferred.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Optional.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Choose your favorite variety.
  • 1 cup Onions Red or yellow work beautifully.
  • 1 cup Zucchini Incorporate for more veggies.

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium bowl
  • Zip-top Bag
  • Wooden skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 3 cloves of minced garlic, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place 1 pound of cubed chicken breast into a zip-top bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Prepare Skewers: Soak eight wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes and cut fresh pineapple into 2-inch chunks.
  4. Assemble Skewers: Thread the chicken pieces and pineapple chunks alternately onto the soaked skewers.
  5. Grill Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the skewers for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
  6. Rest and Serve: Transfer the skewers to a plate and let them rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Enhance with seasonal vegetables for added flavor and color. Serve with sides like Zucchini Cornbread Casserole for a complete meal.

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