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Grilled Hawaiian-Style Chicken Skewers

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These Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs are loaded with juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful veggies marinated in a flavorful sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for grilling, they’re an easy and delicious summer favorite!

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 9-10 kebabs
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

1/3 cup ketchup

1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce

1/4 cup canned pineapple juice

4 Tbsp olive oil, divided

1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 Tbsp minced ginger

1/2 tsp sesame oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 3/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed

3 cups fresh cubed pineapple

1 1/2 large green peppers, chopped

1 large red onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, 2 Tbsp olive oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, pepper, and salt if needed.
  2. Place chicken in a resealable bag, pour in marinade (reserving 1/2 cup), seal, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  3. Soak wooden skewers in water for 1 hour if using.
  4. Preheat grill to 400°F (200°C). Toss pineapple, bell pepper, and onion with remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Thread chicken, pineapple, peppers, and onion onto skewers.
  6. Oil grill grates, grill skewers for 5 minutes. Brush with 1/4 cup reserved marinade, flip, and brush remaining marinade on other side. Grill 4 more minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. Serve warm with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • If using wooden skewers, soak for at least 1 hour before grilling.
  • Fresh pineapple is recommended over canned for best flavor and size.
  • Do not over-marinate the chicken to avoid mushy texture—1 hour is sufficient.
  • You can substitute chicken breasts with boneless skinless thighs.
  • Double the marinade and thicken extra with cornstarch to serve as sauce over rice.

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