Description
Sizzling Pineapple Chicken Kabobs bring tropical Hawaiian flair to summer grilling with juicy marinated chicken and caramelized pineapple chunks. Grilled to perfection, these kabobs offer a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors that will transport your taste buds to a beachside paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
Marinade and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Prepare wooden skewers by submerging them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, olive oil, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Thoroughly coat chicken cubes in the marinade, ensuring complete coverage. Refrigerate for 30-120 minutes to enhance flavor absorption.
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature, approximately 375-400°F, creating ideal conditions for caramelization and searing.
- Construct colorful skewers by alternating marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and red onion pieces for balanced visual and taste appeal.
- Grill kabobs for 10-15 minutes, rotating periodically to achieve even charring. Verify chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Allow kabobs to rest 3-5 minutes after grilling, enabling meat juices to redistribute and maintain tenderness.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately over rice or salad, presenting a complete and aromatic meal with tropical-inspired flavors.
Notes
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor infusion by storing chicken in marinade overnight in the refrigerator.
- Select firm pineapple chunks that hold shape during grilling to prevent disintegration.
- Consider using metal skewers for easier handling and more even cooking if wooden skewers aren’t available.
- Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh for vegetarian version without compromising marinade’s delicious taste profile.
- Ensure even chicken cube sizes for consistent cooking and preventing uneven doneness.
- Add chili flakes or sriracha to marinade for those wanting extra spicy kick.
- Store leftover kabobs in airtight container for quick next-day lunch or dinner protein option.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg