Description
These Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs bring together tender marinated chicken, vibrant bell peppers, onions, and sweet pineapple chunks grilled to perfection. The marinade, infused with soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, and fresh ginger, lends a delicious tropical flavor that’s perfect for summer grilling or any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers
For the Marinade
- ½ cup soy sauce
- â…“ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the cubed chicken to a resealable bag or bowl, pour in the marinade, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight to deepen the flavors.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking.
- Assemble the Kebabs: Thread the chicken pieces, red and green bell peppers, red onion chunks, and pineapple chunks alternately onto the skewers.
- Season and Oil: Lightly brush the assembled kebabs with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill the Kebabs: Place the kebabs onto the preheated grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and grill marks appear.
- Serve: Serve the kebabs hot, optionally accompanied by extra pineapple chunks or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
- Feel free to add zucchini or mushrooms to the skewers for additional vegetables.
- For a spicier marinade, incorporate a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes according to your preference.
