Description
Fire up the grill for these mouthwatering Hawaiian Chicken Skewers! Tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful veggies are marinated in a sweet and savory sauce for a tropical-inspired meal that’s perfect for summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Skewers:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cubed
- 1 red bell pepper, cubed
- 1 green bell pepper, cubed
- 1 red onion, cubed
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
- For the Marinade:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes.
- Marinate the Chicken:
- Add cubed chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for best flavor).
- Assemble the Skewers:
- Thread marinated chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion onto skewers, alternating ingredients for a colorful display.
- Grill the Skewers:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates. Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
- Serve:
- Serve hot with a side of rice, salad, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- For an extra glaze, brush the skewers with leftover marinade during grilling.
- Can be made in the oven under a broiler if grilling isn’t an option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 240
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g