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Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Skewers

Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Skewers

  • Author: Charlotte
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 32 minutes (including marinating time)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A tropical-inspired grilled dish featuring juicy chicken chunks, sweet pineapple, and colorful bell peppers marinated in a tangy-sweet Hawaiian glaze. Perfect for summer BBQs and easy weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, and ginger to create the marinade.
  2. Place chicken pieces in a resealable bag or bowl and pour in half of the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (up to overnight). Reserve the other half of the marinade for basting.
  3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  4. Thread chicken, pineapple, and bell peppers onto skewers, alternating pieces.
  5. Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat. Lightly brush with olive oil.
  6. Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with reserved marinade, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
  7. Serve hot with rice or a side salad.

Notes

  • Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor and caramelization.
  • To make ahead, prepare skewers and keep refrigerated until ready to grill.
  • Optional: thicken reserved marinade in a saucepan for a glaze before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 skewers
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Hawaiian chicken, pineapple skewers, grilled chicken, BBQ skewers, tropical recipe