Juicy Pineapple Chicken Kabobs for a Tropical Treat

These Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are a delightful mix of sweet, tangy pineapple and tender chicken, perfect for summer barbecues.

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Prep Time 25

Cook Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 kabobs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Tropical

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Kabobs

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Cubed; substitute with chicken thighs for added flavor.
1 cup Fresh Pineapple Ripe for best flavor.
2 pieces Bell Peppers Assorted colors for visual appeal.
0.5 medium Red Onion Sliced into quarters.

For the Marinade

0.5 cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce Or tamari for gluten-free.
0.25 cup Canned Pineapple Juice Can substitute with orange juice.
0.25 cup Ketchup BBQ sauce is an alternative.
2 tablespoons Dark Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For marinating.
2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can be omitted for nut-free.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh preferred.
1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Fresh is best.
1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can be omitted.

For Assembly

Wooden or Metal Skewers Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.

Equipment

grill
mixing bowl
skewers

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Marinade: Whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, olive oil, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a medium bowl. Reserve half for basting later.
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or bowl. Pour half of the marinade over it, coat well, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Prep Veggies: Cut bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces. Soak wooden skewers if using.
Assemble Kabobs: Thread chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and onion onto skewers, alternating for a colorful presentation.
Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill kabobs for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches 165°F.
Prepare Dipping Sauce: Boil the reserved marinade in a saucepan for about 5 minutes to thicken.
Serve: Serve hot kabobs with dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kabobCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for best flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked.

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