Ingredients
– 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
– 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained (or fresh pineapple)
– 1 bell pepper (red, green, or yellow), cut into 1-inch pieces
– 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
– ¼ cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
Creating Chicken Pineapple Kabobs is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15-30 minutes for maximum flavor.
3. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F/190°C).
4. Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. This is not necessary for metal skewers.
5. Assemble the Kabobs: Thread the marinated chicken pieces, pineapple chunks, bell pepper pieces, and onion pieces onto the skewers, alternating the ingredients for a colorful presentation.
6. Grill the Kabobs: Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
7. Check Doneness: Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
8. Remove from Grill: Once done, carefully remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
9. Serve: Arrange the kabobs on a serving platter, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating incredible Chicken Pineapple Kabobs effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 30g