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Grilled Pineapple Chicken Kebabs Recipe

Grilled Pineapple Chicken Kebabs Recipe
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Delicious and vibrant Grilled Pineapple Chicken Kebabs featuring juicy marinated chicken breast or thighs paired with fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, and red onion. These kebabs are grilled to perfection with a tangy honey-lime marinade, making them an ideal dish for summer barbecues or weekend dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 ½ lbs (680 g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Kebabs:

  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • Wooden or metal skewers

For Serving:

  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, paprika, chili flakes, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add the bite-sized chicken cubes and mix well to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
  2. Assemble the Kebabs: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Thread the marinated chicken cubes, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper pieces, and red onion pieces onto the skewers in alternating layers to create colorful kebabs.
  3. Grill the Kebabs: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the assembled kebabs on the grill and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
  4. To Serve: Transfer the grilled kebabs to a serving plate. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top. These kebabs pair wonderfully with coconut rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour, but no longer than 4 hours to avoid the lime juice breaking down the meat too much.
  • If you prefer spicier kebabs, increase the amount of chili flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
  • Feel free to use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier, more flavorful meat.
  • Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning on the grill while cooking.
  • These kebabs can also be cooked under a broiler or on a grill pan if an outdoor grill is unavailable.

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