Description
๐ข Elevate your BBQ feast with these grilled pineapple chicken skewers drizzled in a sweet chili glaze that’s sure to impress your guests!
๐ฅ Enjoy a delicious, juicy combination of savory chicken paired perfectly with the natural sweetness of grilled pineappleโan ideal addition to any summer gathering!
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons low sodium tamari or soy sauce
2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 small fresh pineapple, cut into approximately 1-inch cubes
Optional: 2 red onions, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into large dice
Instructions
1. Whisk together all ingredients except the chicken, pineapple, and optional vegetables to create the marinade. Reserve 1/4 cup for brushing while grilling.
2. Place the chicken pieces in a resealable bag, pour in the remaining marinade, and massage to coat. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
3. Preheat grill to 400ยฐF. Thread chicken, pineapple, and optional vegetables onto metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternating pieces.
4. Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ยฐF. Brush with reserved marinade during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.
5. Serve skewers over rice or cauliflower rice, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges if desired. A peanut sauce can also be served on the side for an additional flavor option.
Notes
๐ฟ Soak wooden skewers in water for at least one hour before grilling to prevent burning.
๐ช Cut chicken and vegetables into uniformly sized pieces for even cooking.
๐ For the best flavor and texture, use fresh pineapple, though canned can be substituted if needed.
- Prep Time: ~20 minutes plus at least 6 hours marinating
- Marinating Time: At least 6 hours
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: ~390-510
- Sugar: ~14-31 grams
- Sodium: n/a
- Fat: ~9-23 grams
- Saturated Fat: n/a
- Unsaturated Fat: n/a
- Trans Fat: n/a
- Carbohydrates: ~17-39 grams
- Fiber: n/a
- Protein: ~41-57 grams
- Cholesterol: n/a