Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of these Pineapple Chicken Kabobs, perfect for summer grilling and outdoor gatherings. Tender chunks of marinated chicken are skewered alongside juicy pineapple, colorful bell peppers, and sweet onions, creating a delightful blend of sweet and savory tastes. This easy-to-follow recipe is not only visually appealing but also healthy, packed with lean protein and fresh produce. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a family dinner, these kabobs will impress your guests and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 3 cups fresh pineapple cubes
- 2 large or 3 small assorted bell peppers
- 1 large red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 12 wooden or metal skewers
- ⅓ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup canned pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons grated or minced fresh ginger root
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting the chicken and vegetables into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: soy sauce, pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, water, and cornstarch. Add chicken to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers alternately with pineapple chunks and vegetables.
- Brush grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking. Grill kabobs for about 10 minutes total, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kabobs (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg