Name: Grilled Pineapple & Chicken Skewers for Easy Summer Parties
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 57 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks; 1 large red bell pepper, cut into squares; 1 large green bell pepper, cut into squares; 1 small red onion, cut into thick pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons soy sauce or low sodium tamari; 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Description

These grilled pineapple and chicken skewers combine tropical sweetness with smoky char for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect for summer gatherings, they are easy to prepare, healthy, and full of bold flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 cups fresh pineapple chunks

1 large red bell pepper, cut into squares

1 large green bell pepper, cut into squares

1 small red onion, cut into thick pieces

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons soy sauce or low sodium tamari

2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

1. Whisk olive oil soy sauce honey garlic lime juice and pepper in a bowl

2. Add chicken cubes coat well cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes

3. Preheat grill to medium high heat about 400°F to 425°F

4. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning

5. Thread chicken pineapple bell peppers and onion onto skewers leaving gaps for even cooking

6. Place skewers on grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes turning occasionally and brushing with marinade or glaze

7. Grill until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature then remove from grill

8. Let skewers rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: main course
Method: grilling
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 skewer

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