Description
Enjoy vibrant and tropical Hawaiian Chicken Skewers, perfect for summer gatherings and BBQs. This recipe features juicy marinated chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful bell peppers grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Breast (thighs can be used for extra juiciness)
- 1 cup Pineapple (fresh is best, canned can be substituted)
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (mix red, yellow, or green for variety)
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (gluten-free soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free version)
- 2 cloves Garlic (fresh minced recommended)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (freshly grated is ideal)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (maple syrup or agave can be used as vegan alternatives)
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (lemon juice is an adequate substitute)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, and lime juice until well combined.
- Cut chicken and bell peppers into chunks.
- In a resealable bag or container, combine the chicken and veggies with the marinade.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours.
- Thread the marinated chicken, pineapple, and bell peppers onto skewers, alternating for a colorful presentation.
- Heat your grill to medium-high and ensure it’s well-oiled.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Allow the skewers to rest for a few minutes before serving, optionally with sesame seeds.
Notes
- For best texture and flavor, serve immediately after grilling.
- Consume any leftovers within 1-2 days.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Ensure chicken pieces are uniform in size for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg