Pineapple Chicken Kabobs (Print View)

Savory grilled chicken and sweet pineapple skewers with colorful bell peppers in a honey-soy marinade.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
02 - 1/3 cup soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
03 - 1/4 cup pineapple juice
04 - 2 tbsp honey
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
08 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Skewers

09 - 1 whole fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
10 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
11 - 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
12 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
14 - Lime wedges

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper in a large bowl until fully combined.
02 - Add chicken cubes to the marinade, toss well to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and onion alternately onto skewers.
04 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
05 - Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning every few minutes, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
06 - Remove from grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The marinade does double duty, tenderizing the chicken while infusing it with that perfect sweet-savory balance
  • Grilling caramelizes the pineapple natural sugars, creating little bursts of juicy charred goodness in every bite
  • Everything happens on skewers, which means minimal cleanup and maximum pretty presentation
02 -
  • Don't skip the skewer soak unless you want to explain to your guests why their dinner tastes like burnt wood
  • Cut everything the same size so each skewer cooks evenly, uneven pieces mean some are done while others are still raw
  • Leave a tiny bit of space between ingredients on the skewer so the heat can circulate and grill everything properly
03 -
  • Metal skewers conduct heat and cook the food from the inside out, wooden ones don't so choose based on your preference
  • The pineapple natural enzymes really do tenderize the chicken, so don't skip that juice in the marinade

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