Description
Experience a taste of the tropics with these Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers. Juicy chicken marinated in a sweet and savory blend pairs perfectly with vibrant pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion. Ideal for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, this dish delivers a flavor explosion that will leave your guests raving. Simple to prepare and visually stunning, these skewers are sure to impress everyone around the grill.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and yellow), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup red onion, cut into large chunks
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Chop the chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion into uniform pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken in the marinade for at least 30 minutes—longer for enhanced flavor.
- Assemble the skewers by alternating chicken pieces with pineapple, bell pepper slices, and onion chunks.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
- Serve on a platter with any leftover marinade drizzled over them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added variety, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu.- Experiment with different marinades like teriyaki or barbecue sauce.- Soak wooden skewers in water before grilling to prevent burning.