Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs
Elevate your grilling game with these vibrant and flavorful Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs. Perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner, these kabobs combine tender, marinated chicken with fresh pineapple, bell peppers, and onions, all grilled to perfection and brushed with a delicious homemade pineapple teriyaki sauce.
Ingredients
For the Kabobs:
- 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 cups diced pineapple
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili garlic sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Directions
- Prepare the Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, chili garlic sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Reserve half of the sauce for basting during grilling.
- Place the chicken pieces in a large resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the remaining half of the sauce over the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. For best results, marinate for a few hours or overnight.
- Prepare the Skewers:
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before threading the ingredients. This prevents them from burning on the grill.
- In a large bowl, toss the red and green bell peppers, red onion, and pineapple with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Kabobs:
- Thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, onion, and pineapple onto the skewers, alternating the ingredients. Be sure to leave a little space between each piece to ensure even cooking.
- Grill the Kabobs:
- Preheat your grill to high heat.
- Place the kabobs on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks. While grilling, brush the kabobs with the reserved pineapple teriyaki sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve them hot, with any remaining pineapple teriyaki sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 46 minutes
- Calories: [Input Kcal]
- Servings: [Input Servings]
Notes
These Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs are a crowd-pleaser, bursting with tropical flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the islands. Pair them with a light salad or some coconut rice for a complete meal. Enjoy the taste of summer, no matter the season!
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Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs
- Total Time: 46 minutes
Ingredients
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups diced pineapple
1 tbsp olive oil
FOR THE PINEAPPLE TERIYAKI SAUCE:
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp chili garlic sauce
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
Whisk together the ingredients for the pineapple teriyaki sauce. Reserve half of the sauce. Pour the other half of the sauce over the chicken and marinate the chicken for 30 minutes or longer.
If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before using them so that they don’t burn on the grill.
Toss the bell pepper and onion in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Thread the chicken, vegetables, and pineapple onto the skewers in an alternating pattern. Be sure to leave a little space between each piece so they can cook evenly.
Grill over high heat for 6-8 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through. While cooking, brush with the reserved pineapple teriyaki sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes