Description
A delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors, these Spicy Pineapple BBQ Chicken Skewers are perfect for summer barbecues and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into chunks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into squares
- 1 medium onion, cut into squares
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4–6 skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes before use)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a grill pan, heat it over medium-high heat on the stove.
- Thread the marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper squares, and onion squares onto the skewers, alternating between the ingredients for a colorful presentation.
- Once assembled, brush the skewers lightly with barbecue sauce, reserving some for basting while grilling.
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with additional barbecue sauce, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce.
- Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a different protein.
- Use agave syrup instead of brown sugar for a vegan alternative.
- Add other vegetables like zucchini or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: BBQ, Chicken Skewers, Pineapple, Grilling, Summer Recipes