Indulge in the flavors of the tropics with these mouthwatering Grilled Chicken Pineapple Skewers. This delectable recipe combines the savory goodness of tender chicken, the natural sweetness of juicy pineapple, and a burst of smoky char from the grill.
Serve with Couscous Salad with Feta Cheese And Fresh Green Beans for an amazing easy weeknight meal or casual entertaining with friends.
Easy Delicious Chicken Kabobs Made Easy
Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a taste of paradise, these chicken skewers with pineapple are a perfect choice. With their irresistible combination of flavors and easy preparation, they are sure to become a favorite on your summer menu.
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Kabob Ingredients
Chicken Kabob Marinade Recipe
- Olive Oil
- Soy sauce
- Rice wine or white wine vinegar
- Honey
- Red pepper flakes
- Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Minced garlic
- Toasted sesame seed oil – optional
Chicken Skewers Recipe
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into approximately 2″ chunks
- Fresh pineapple – cut into 2″ chunks
What To Serve With Grilled Chicken And Pineapple Skewers
- Instant Pot Coconut Lime Rice
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Easy Pimento Cheese Grits
- Twice Baked Potato Casserole
How To Make Grilled Chicken Skewers
- 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 the grill to medium-high heat. Rub grill grate with vegetable oil or spray with grill cooking spray.
- Place chicken skewers on the grill and cook for approximately 10 minutes. Brush on the reserved marinade and turn the skewers. Brush on any remaining marinade and cook until the chicken is done.
- Remove from heat and serve.
Questions For Easy Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Absolutely! I love using boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, but you can use any cut of chicken you prefer. Just make sure that the chicken pieces are cut into bite-sized chunks to ensure even cooking on the skewers.
Yes, you can definitely add vegetables to these chicken kebabs for added color and flavor. Bell peppers and red onions work really well and complement the Hawaiian-inspired taste. Simply alternate the chicken and vegetable pieces on the skewers for a complete meal!
You sure can! Prepare them ahead of time by marinating the chicken in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, simply thread the marinated chicken and pineapple onto the skewers and grill them. This makes it super convenient for hosting gatherings or enjoying a quick and delicious chicken dinner.
Tips And Tricks For Delicious Chicken Kabobs
Marinate for maximum flavor: Take the time to marinate the chicken in the flavorful marinade for at least 1 hour, or even overnight, if possible. This allows the chicken to soak up all the delicious flavors and results in more flavorful kabobs.
Don’t overcrowd the skewers: Leave a small gap between each piece of chicken and pineapple on the skewers. This ensures even cooking and allows the heat to circulate properly around each ingredient.
Rest before serving: Allow the grilled chicken skewers to rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute and keeps the chicken moist and tender.
More Delicious Chicken Recipes
- Crock Pot Chicken Thighs
- Oven Baked BBQ Chicken
- Marry Me Chicken
- Crock Pot Creamy Salsa Chicken
- Air Fryer Chicken Legs
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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Anxious to try this. We just purchased grill basket and am sure this will work.
Sounds great! Enjoy the recipe.
~Donya
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!!
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!
Thanks, Val. This is one of our favorite recipes. Was happy to share on your blog party!
XO,
~Donya
Ok, I have to have chicken for dinner tonight. That looks amazing!! Thanks for sharing this at the Dishing It & Digging It Link Party
Thanks Christine! So glad you like the recipe and thanks for hosting a great link party.
XO,
~Donya
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.
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