Fire up your grill for Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers, a perfect mix of sweet pineapple and juicy chicken. This dish is great for backyard barbecues or a fun family dinner outside. It’s easy to make and packs a bunch of flavors that are sure to please everyone.
Quick Prep for Delicious Results
Start with boneless chicken breasts or thighs; cut them into chunks. This makes it easy to thread on skewers. Alternate the chicken pieces with chunks of fresh pineapple on the skewers. The pineapple adds a sweet, tangy flavor that complements the chicken beautifully.
Marinate your skewers in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and a little brown sugar. This gives them a delicious savory-sweet glaze. Let them sit in the marinade for at least an hour before grilling to soak up all the tasty flavors.
Grill the skewers until the chicken is nicely charred and cooked through. This usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Turning them occasionally helps cook them evenly and gives you those great grill marks.
Serve these Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers hot right off the grill. They go great with some rice or a fresh salad. They’re also fun to eat right off the skewer, making them a hit for parties or casual dining.
Whether you’re looking for something new to try on the grill or need a quick, tasty meal, these skewers are a fantastic choice. Easy, flavorful, and fun, they’re sure to become a new favorite!
Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers
Equipment
- Grill
- Skewers
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken cubes and pineapple chunks to the marinade and stir to coat.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken and pineapple onto skewers.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the pineapple is slightly caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot.