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BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs

BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs: A Sweet Grilling Adventure

BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are a delicious blend of sweet pineapple and savory chicken, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 kabobs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kabobs
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks canned pineapple works as a substitute
  • 1 each red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 each green bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 each red onion cut into 1-inch pieces
For the Marinade
  • 3/4 cup your favorite BBQ sauce use half for marinating and half for basting
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • skewers
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth. Set aside half for glazing later.
  2. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and add them to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Prepare the glaze by simmering the reserved BBQ sauce with 1 tablespoon of water in a small saucepan.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C). Ensure grill grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  5. Thread marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, alternating with chunks of fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion.
  6. Grill the kabobs for 10–12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the kabobs rest for about 5 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kabobCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Reserve some marinade before adding chicken for basting; discard any that has touched raw chicken. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Keep grill grates clean and lightly oiled.

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