Description
Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Skewers bring a delightful twist to your summer gatherings. Juicy chicken marinated in a tangy sauce pairs perfectly with sweet, caramelized pineapple and vibrant veggies. These skewers are not just visually appealing but also easy to prepare, making them an ideal choice for barbecues and family celebrations. Fire up your grill and let the flavors create unforgettable memories!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3-4)
- 1 medium ripe pineapple, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small red onion, cut into chunks
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients: Cut chicken into cubes and chop pineapple, bell peppers, and onion into chunks.
- 2. Whip up the marinade: Combine soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder in a bowl; whisk until mixed.
- 3. Marinate the chicken: Place chicken in a zip-lock bag or bowl and pour in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 4. Assemble skewers: Thread marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and onions onto skewers.
- 5. Preheat the grill: Heat to medium-high (around 400°F) and soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
- 6. Grill: Cook skewers on the grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked and charred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (180g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Add zucchini or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition. Ensure even cooking by cutting all ingredients into similar sizes.