Description
Succulent tropical hawaiian chicken skewers combine sweet and savory flavors from Pacific island cuisine. Grilled pineapple and tender marinated chicken create a memorable summer dish you’ll want to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups (473 ml) fresh pineapple, cubed
- 1 red bell pepper, cubed
- 1 green bell pepper, cubed
- 1 red onion, cubed
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) pineapple juice
- 2 tbsps honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes in a mixing bowl.
- Immerse cubed chicken pieces completely in the marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Prepare wooden skewers by soaking them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning. Alternate threading marinated chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, colorful bell peppers, and sliced red onion onto each skewer.
- Heat outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high temperature (around 400°F). Lightly brush grates with oil to prevent sticking.
- Arrange skewers on hot grill, cooking for 5-6 minutes per side. Rotate carefully to ensure even charring and consistent cooking until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Remove skewers from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.
- Plate alongside steamed jasmine rice, tropical salad, or drizzle with extra marinade as a complementary sauce.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor infusion, up to 2 hours maximum to prevent meat from becoming mushy.
- Use metal skewers for even heat distribution or soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Adjust chili flakes based on heat preference, starting with less and adding more for spice lovers.
- Consider gluten-free option by replacing soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos for sensitive diets.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg