Description
Get ready to indulge in the flavors of summer with these Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs! Marinated in a delightful blend of sweet pineapple juice and savory ingredients, these kebabs are perfect for backyard barbecues, family gatherings, or a fun weeknight dinner. Tender pieces of chicken are interspersed with juicy pineapple and colorful veggies, creating a visually appealing and delicious dish that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and customizable, these kebabs promise a flavor explosion with every bite. Fire up your grill and savor a tropical feast!
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (cubed)
- 3 cups fresh cubed pineapple
- 1 1/2 large green peppers (diced)
- 1 large red onion (diced)
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup canned pineapple juice
- 4 Tbsp olive oil (divided, plus more for brushing grill)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 Tbsp minced ginger
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, olive oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag; reserve 1/2 cup of marinade. Pour remaining marinade over chicken and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat grill to medium heat (400°F). Drizzle diced onion and peppers with olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Thread marinated chicken, onion, peppers, and pineapple onto skewers.
- Grill for about five minutes; baste one side with reserved marinade. Rotate skewers; grill for another four minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx. 115g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For maximum flavor absorption, marinate chicken overnight. Feel free to mix in your favorite vegetables or substitute chicken with beef or turkey. Soak wooden skewers beforehand to prevent burning during grilling.