Description
Bring tropical flair to your grill with these juicy Pineapple Chicken Kabobs! A quick and easy dinner idea that’s packed with bold, savory flavor and natural sweetness. Perfect for BBQ nights, meal prep, or when you’re looking for healthy food ideas that don’t compromise on taste. Whether you’re after a quick dinner, healthy snack, or summer grilling recipe, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s gluten-free adaptable and super customizable for your lifestyle.
Ingredients
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
1⁄4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions optional
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and black pepper.
2. Cut chicken into 1.5-inch cubes and place in a zip-top bag. Pour marinade over the chicken. Refrigerate for 1–4 hours.
3. Cut pineapple into chunks the same size as the chicken. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
4. Thread chicken and pineapple onto skewers, alternating pieces.
5. Preheat grill to medium-high and oil the grates.
6. Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning every few minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F.
7. Remove from heat and rest for 2–3 minutes. Sprinkle with chives or green onions before serving.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple instead of canned for better texture and caramelization.
Don’t skip soaking the wooden skewers if you’re grilling – it prevents burning.
Marinate longer (up to 4 hours) for the most flavorful, tender chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (based on 4 skewers)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Pineapple chicken kabobs, grilled kabobs, tropical chicken, summer grilling, easy dinner, quick dinner, chicken skewers