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Tasty Hawaiian Chicken and Pineapple Kabobs Recipe for Grilling

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🍍 Enjoy a tropical twist on your barbecue with these sweet and savory Hawaiian chicken and pineapple kabobs.
🔥 Perfect for a summer grill out, these kabobs are bursting with vibrant flavors and tender chicken.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 3/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubes
3 cups fresh pineapple chunks
1 1/2 large green bell peppers, cut into 1 to 1 1/4-inch pieces
1 large red onion, cut into 1 to 1 1/4-inch pieces
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar or honey
1/3 cup soy sauce or tamari
1/4 cup pineapple juice
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Whisk together all marinade ingredients, reserving about 1/2 cup for basting.
2. Place chicken cubes in a resealable bag with most of the marinade and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
3. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat grill to medium heat (400°F/200°C).
5. Toss pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion with remaining marinade and olive oil.
6. Thread chicken and vegetables onto skewers, leaving gaps for even cooking.
7. Oil grill grates and place skewers on grill.
8. Grill for 15 to 20 minutes, turning every 4 to 5 minutes, basting with reserved marinade.
9. Check chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) before serving.

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Notes

🌽 Ensure pieces are cut uniformly for even cooking on the grill.
🔥 Avoid over-marinating to keep chicken tender.
❄️ Store leftover kebabs in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Marinating Time: 1 to 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 188-262
  • Sugar: 10-17g
  • Sodium: 158-443mg
  • Fat: 3-10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2-9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14-21g
  • Fiber: 1-2g
  • Protein: 21-25g
  • Cholesterol: 68mg