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Grilled Chicken Pineapple Skewers

Donya Mullins 13 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

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There’s just something special about grilled foods. Whether it’s meats, veggies or fruit, the smokey flavor that grilling brings always adds extra flavor. This past weekend, I fired up the grilled and tried out a new recipe – marinated chicken and pineapple skewers.grilled chicken and pineapple skewers

I didn’t try to get too fancy with my ingredients or with my marinade. That thought process proved to be a winner! Here’s how it all came together ~ I loaded up my marinade with savory flavors, cut my chicken and placed them both into a zip top back to hang out together in the fridge. While that was happening, I cut up a fresh pineapple into chunks and set them aside. After about an hour, I removed the chicken from the fridge and started threading the chicken and pineapple onto the skewers. chicken pineapple skewers close upLast but not least, I grilled my lovely creation. I’d saved about ¼ cup of my marinade which I brushed on the skewers right at the end of the cooking process.  They only take about 10 to 15 minutes to cook which gives you time to pour something cold to drink. I served my skewers with zesty, lime rice and a green salad. What a way to kick off grilling season!chicken and pineapple skewers

All American Recipes for the 4th of July from A Southern Soul
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Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Skewers

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Donya Mullins
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Ingredients

Marinade

  • ½ cup olive or vegetable oil
  • ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup rice wine or white wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 to 3 drops of toasted sesame seed oil - optional

For Skewers

  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into approximately 2" chunks
  • 1 whole fresh pineapple - cut into 2" chunks

Instructions

  • Mix together marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Place chicken chunks in a gallon size zip top bag. Add marinade, reserving ¼ cup. Place in fridge for approximately 1 hour.
  • If using wooden skewers - soak in water placed in a shallow dish for 30 minutes.
  • Skewer chicken then pineapple chunk onto skewers and set aside. Heat grill to medium high heat. Rub grill grate with vegetable oil or spray with grill cooking spray.
  • Place chicken skewers on grill and cook for approximately 10 minutes. Brush on reserved marinade and turn skewers. Brush on any remaining marinade and continue to cook until chicken is done.
  • Remove from heat and serve.
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  1. Shauna

    July 8, 2020 at 2:37 pm

    I have made the grilled chicken pineapple screws a couple of times now. Very good marinade gives the chicken a good flavor. It is a hit!!

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  2. Val - Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids

    June 5, 2018 at 4:26 am

    These look amazing! My in-laws would love these so I’m thinking we should have them over for a grill out soon! Thanks for sharing on the Celebrate 365 Blog Party!

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    • Donya

      June 5, 2018 at 11:02 pm

      Thanks, Val. This is one of our favorite recipes. Was happy to share on your blog party!
      XO,
      ~Donya

      Reply
  3. Christine

    May 16, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    Ok, I have to have chicken for dinner tonight. That looks amazing!! Thanks for sharing this at the Dishing It & Digging It Link Party

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    • Donya

      May 16, 2017 at 8:15 pm

      Thanks Christine! So glad you like the recipe and thanks for hosting a great link party.
      XO,
      ~Donya

      Reply
  4. Donna

    April 20, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Looks delish! With warmer weather here to stay, this dish will be in our meal rotation. Those are really nice skewers, much better than the bamboo ones I have. Have to check Amazon for some! I pinned the recipe on my Chicken Dishes board.

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    • Donya

      April 20, 2017 at 4:20 pm

      Thanks Donna! I’m so glad you stopped by to share. I got my skewers at a home/kitchen store a couple of years ago – the brand is Firewire. I know that Lowes hardware and Home Depot sell a metal skewer. I like these because of the double thread so your food doesn’t roll around. Thanks for pinning and please let me know how you like the recipe.
      XO,
      ~Donya

      Reply

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