Description
Hawaiian Chicken Kabobs are a tropical delight, combining juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables, all grilled to perfection. The marinade infuses the chicken with savory, sweet, and smoky flavors, making these kabobs ideal for cookouts or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
Bell pepper (red or green, cut into 1-inch pieces)
Red onion (cut into wedges)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers if using)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to create the marinade.
- Add cubed chicken to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread the marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, bell pepper pieces, and red onion wedges onto the skewers, alternating ingredients.
- Grill the kabobs for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
- Remove from the grill and let the kabobs rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños to the marinade.
- Substitute the chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version of the kabobs.
- For a different flavor, use teriyaki sauce instead of the marinade for a sweeter taste.
- For a gluten-free version, use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or cherry tomatoes to the skewers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (for marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
