Description
Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for summer barbecues or casual weeknight dinners. These vibrant skewers feature juicy chicken marinated in a tangy sauce, complemented by fresh pineapple and colorful vegetables. Easy to prepare and grill, these kebabs bring a taste of the tropics right to your backyard. With minimal prep time and an array of optional serving ideas, they are sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Give this delicious recipe a try today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (cubed)
- 3 cups fresh cubed pineapple
- 1 1/2 large green peppers (diced)
- 1 large red onion (diced)
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup canned pineapple juice
- 4 Tbsp olive oil (divided, plus more for brushing grill)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 Tbsp minced ginger
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, olive oil (2 tbsp), rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the cubed chicken in a resealable bag; reserve 1/2 cup marinade for basting. Pour remaining marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat (400°F). Drizzle olive oil over the diced onion and peppers; season with salt and pepper.
- Thread marinated chicken cubes, pineapple chunks, and vegetables onto skewers.
- Grill for about 10 minutes total; baste with reserved marinade halfway through cooking until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate overnight. Use fresh vegetables for enhanced taste. Wooden skewers should be soaked in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.