Chicken Pineapple BBQ Skewers (Printable View)
Marinated chicken and sweet pineapple grilled on skewers with vegetables in smoky BBQ sauce.
# Ingredient List:
→ Protein & Produce
01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes
02 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 inch chunks
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
04 - 1 red onion, cut into 1 inch chunks
→ Marinade & Sauce
05 - ⅓ cup plus 1 tbsp BBQ sauce (gluten-free if needed), plus extra for brushing
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tbsp honey
08 - 1 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - ½ tsp garlic powder
11 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - ½ tsp salt
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, olive oil, honey, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until fully combined.
02 - Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, toss well to coat completely, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
04 - Thread marinated chicken, pineapple, bell pepper, and red onion alternately onto skewers, distributing ingredients evenly.
05 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
06 - Grill skewers for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes. Brush with extra BBQ sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
07 - Grill until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables and pineapple show slight charring. Remove from grill and let rest 2 minutes before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The combination of sweet pineapple and smoky BBQ creates this incredible flavor dance that just works
- Everything cooks on one skewer, so your protein and veggies are done at the same time
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- Do not skip the skewer soaking step unless you want to explain to your guests why there are burnt wood bits in their food
- Leave a tiny bit of space between pieces on the skewer so heat can circulate and cook everything evenly
03 -
- Double the marinade and reserve half before adding the chicken if you want extra sauce for serving
- Invest in metal skewers if you make these often, they conduct heat and cook the food from the inside too