Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers (Printable)

Juicy chicken and pineapple grilled with peppers and onion; fresh, vibrant flavors for summer meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein & Produce

01 - 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
04 - 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges

→ Marinade

05 - 0.25 cup soy sauce (use gluten-free if desired)
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 2 tbsp honey
08 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tsp ground ginger
11 - 0.5 tsp black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Step-by-Step:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, honey, lime juice, garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
02 - Place chicken pieces in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, reserving the remaining marinade for basting. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
04 - Thread marinated chicken, pineapple, red bell pepper, and red onion pieces alternately onto metal or soaked wooden skewers.
05 - Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes. Baste with reserved marinade throughout grilling until chicken is fully cooked and slightly charred.
06 - Remove skewers from the grill. Arrange on serving platter, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Between the honey marinade and smoky grill marks, these skewers taste like a vacation on a plate.
  • Pineapple’s sweetness balances the savory punch, making each bite addictive and light—perfect for sunny weekends.
02 -
  • In my rush, I once skipped soaking the wooden skewers; they turned brittle and nearly caught fire—don’t make that mistake.
  • Marinating a bit longer than 15 minutes is the real trick for chicken that doesn’t dry out—just plan ahead if possible.
03 -
  • Letting the pineapple sit on the grill just a bit longer than the chicken gives you those golden, caramelized marks everyone craves.
  • Using freshly squeezed lime juice in the marinade makes the difference—it sharpens all the flavors and keeps the dish lively.
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