Description
Juicy grilled Hawaiian chicken kebabs made with tender marinated chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables. This easy tropical chicken skewer recipe is perfect for BBQs, summer dinners, and quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, ginger, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to the marinade, mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and onion onto skewers, alternating pieces.
- Lightly oil grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill kebabs for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
- Brush with extra marinade during grilling (only if safely prepared).
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness.Avoid overcooking to keep chicken tender and moist.Fresh pineapple gives the best caramelized flavor, but canned works as well.
