GRILLED PINEAPPLE CHICKEN SKEWERS
Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers combine sweet, tangy, and savoury flavours, making them an ideal choice for summer BBQs or a quick weeknight dinner. The juicy pineapple chunks complement the tender chicken, marinated in a simple yet flavour-packed soy sauce, honey, and garlic blend. The sweet honey and savoury soy sauce create a balanced glaze, enhanced with a fresh bite of garlic powder. Grilling these skewers brings out the natural sweetness of the pineapple while perfectly caramelising the chicken for a tasty, healthy, and satisfying dish.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Lunch, Dinner, Snack, Appetisers, Side
SERVING SIZE
1 serving
CUISINE
American, Caribbean, Asian, Pacific Northwest, Hawaiian
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
Grill, Marinate, Skewers, Quick & Easy, Low Sodium
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Summer BBQ, Fourth of July, Picnic, Family Dinner, Fall, Backyard BBQ, Party, Potluck, Tailgating, Weeknight Dinner
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Low Fat, Low Sodium, Gluten-Free, High Protein, Healthy, Kid-Friendly, Quick & Easy, Dairy-Free
DISH TYPE
Grilled Skewers, Appetiser, BBQ Entrée, Main Dish, Healthy Dinner
INGREDIENTS
- 100g chicken breast, cubed
- 2 pineapple chunks
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 23g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fibre:5g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Vitamin C: 25% of the daily recommended intake
- Iron: 2% of daily recommended intake
PREPARATION
- Prepare The Marinade: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined.
- Marinate The Chicken: Place the chicken cubes in the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour for maximum flavour absorption.
- Assemble The Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken cubes and pineapple chunks onto skewers, alternating between the two. Ensure the pieces are spread out even when cooking.
- Preheat The Grill: While the chicken marinates, preheat your grill to medium to high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the skewers from sticking.
- Grill The Skewers: Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. Turn occasionally to ensure the chicken cooks evenly and a lovely roast is created.
- Serve Immediately: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot. These skewers pair perfectly with a light salad or rice for a complete meal.
PREP TIME
15 minutes (including marinating time)
COOKING TIME
8-10 minutes
TIPS
- Pineapple Sweetness: Use fresh, ripe pineapple on the grill for maximum sweetness and juiciness.
- Skewer Safety: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Even Cooking: Cut the chicken into similar-sized cubes to ensure they cook evenly on the grill.
VARIATIONS
- Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of chilli flakes or cayenne pepper to the marinade for a spicy twist.
- Vegetarian Option: Swap chicken with firm tofu or mushrooms for a plant-based alternative.
- Teriyaki Style: Replace soy sauce with teriyaki sauce and add a splash of sesame oil for a different flavour profile.
- Citrus Flavour: Add a squeeze of lime or orange juice to the marinade for an extra zesty touch.
PREPPING AND STORAGE
- Fridge Storage: Store leftover skewers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Reheat skewers in the oven at 180°C (350°F) or on a stovetop grill until warmed.
- Freezing: You can freeze uncooked marinated chicken for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge before grilling.