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Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs

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Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs feature juicy marinated chicken, caramelized pineapple, colorful peppers, and red onion grilled to perfection. A sweet, tangy, and savory dish that’s ideal for summer cookouts or easy weeknight dinners.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes (including marinating)
  • Yield: 9–10 kebabs
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian, Fusion
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

Marinade:

1/3 cup ketchup

1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce

1/4 cup pineapple juice (from canned)

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

Kebabs:

1 3/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed (1 1/4-inch pieces)

3 cups fresh pineapple cubes (from about 3/4 of a 3 lb pineapple)

1 1/2 large green bell peppers, cubed

1 large red onion, cubed

Instructions

  1. Whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Reserve 1/2 cup marinade.
  2. Place chicken in a resealable bag, pour in remaining marinade, seal, and refrigerate for 1 hour. Soak 10 wooden skewers if using.
  3. Preheat grill to 400°F (200°C). Toss onion, peppers, and pineapple with remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Thread chicken, pineapple, peppers, and onion onto skewers.
  5. Oil grill grates and place skewers on grill. Cook 5 minutes, brush with reserved marinade, flip, and brush the other side. Grill another 4–5 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Serve warm with rice or fresh sides.

Notes

  • Use shrimp or pork instead of chicken for variation.
  • Add red or yellow bell peppers for extra color.
  • Mix in chili sauce for a spicier marinade.
  • Thread zucchini or mushrooms for more vegetables.
  • Finish with teriyaki glaze for extra sweetness.

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