Sweet, smoky, and perfectly grilled, these Pineapple Chicken Kebabs combine tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and savory BBQ sauce for a tropical twist on a classic favorite. This dish is great for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners; it’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Yield
5 skewer
Preparation time
10 minutes
Cooking time
20 minutes
Total time
30 minutes
Ingredients
1 1/3 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 C pineapple chunks (fresh or canned-drained if canned)
2 small red onions, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 Tbsp cooking oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1 Tbsp BBQ sauce (plus more for serving if desired)
salt to taste
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20-30 minutes. to prevent burning.
- In a small bowl, toss the red onion chunks with 1 tbsp of oil. In a separate bowl, toss chicken with 1 tbsp oil, paprika (smoked and sweet), garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Assemble skewers by alternating chicken, pineapple, and onion pieces.
- Lightly brush or spray assembled skewers with oil and coat with BBQ sauce.
- For grill: Preheat to medium and cook skewers 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through. For oven: Preheat to 400°F, place skewers on a foil-lined baking sheet, and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Note: Use firm tofu or tempeh as a vegan alternative.
Nutrition Info per serving: Calories: 255, Saturated Fat:1.5g, Sodium: 142g, Added Sugars: .8g, Fiber:2.1g