Description
Enjoy vibrant and tropical Hawaiian Chicken Skewers, perfect for summer gatherings and BBQs. This easy recipe features juicy marinated chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful bell peppers grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Breast (or thighs for extra juiciness)
- 1 cup Pineapple (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (mixed colors)
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (gluten-free soy sauce or tamari for GF option)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (freshly grated)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup/agave for vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (or lemon juice)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: Whisk together soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Marinate Chicken & Vegetables: Cut chicken and bell peppers into chunks. Combine with marinade in a resealable bag or container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated chicken, pineapple, and bell peppers onto skewers, alternating ingredients.
- Preheat Grill: Heat grill to medium-high and oil it well.
- Grill Skewers: Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let skewers rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best texture and flavor, serve immediately after grilling.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 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.
- Marinate for at least 1-2 hours for deeper flavors.
- 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
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