Grilled Chicken Pineapple Skewers (Printable Version)
Chicken, pineapple, and peppers grilled together for bold Hawaiian flavor—perfect for outdoor gatherings and easy meals.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
01 - 1.5 lbs (700 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch (4 cm) cubes
02 - 0.25 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
03 - 0.25 cup (60 ml) pineapple juice
04 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
05 - 1 tbsp olive oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
08 - 0.5 tsp black pepper
→ Skewers
09 - 1 medium fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1.5-inch (4 cm) chunks
10 - 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1.5-inch (4 cm) pieces
11 - 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1.5-inch (4 cm) pieces
12 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
13 - Wooden or metal skewers
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, olive oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
02 - Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, tossing well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
04 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).
05 - Thread the marinated chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion onto skewers, alternating ingredients for color and flavor.
06 - Lightly oil the grill grates. Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12–15 minutes, turning every 3–4 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and nicely charred.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses easy to find fresh ingredients
- Can be made ahead with a simple marinade
- Naturally gluten free and dairy free so everyone can enjoy
- Perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite
- Ready in just over an hour and most of that is hands off
02 -
- High in lean protein thanks to chicken breast
- Loaded with vitamin C and fiber from pineapple and peppers
- Freezes beautifully after grilling and reheats well
03 -
- Always soak wooden skewers to keep them from burning up on the grill
- Let the meat sit out for ten minutes before grilling for even cooking
- Do not crowd the skewers which ensures every piece gets those caramelized edges