Description
Grilled chicken skewers with pineapple and red pepper bring summer barbecue vibes straight to your plate, delivering a zesty tropical twist that makes dinner feel like an instant vacation. Tender marinated chicken chunks paired with sweet pineapple and charred peppers create a quick, colorful meal perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1.5 lbs (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Submerge wooden skewers in cold water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Metal skewers skip this hydration step.
- Slice 1.5 lbs chicken breasts into uniform 1-inch cubes. Cut 1 large red bell pepper and 1 cup pineapple into matching-sized pieces.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, lime juice, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a mixing bowl. Coat chicken thoroughly in marinade and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes.
- Carefully skewer ingredients in alternating sequence: chicken, pineapple, red pepper. Ensure even distribution across 4-6 skewers.
- Heat outdoor grill to 400°F/200°C. Position skewers on medium-high grate and cook 10-12 minutes, rotating every 3-4 minutes to ensure consistent browning.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C using meat thermometer. Remove from grill and let rest 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning, which keeps your grilling smooth and prevents charred edges.
- Marinate chicken for deeper flavor, but don’t exceed 2 hours or the lime juice will start breaking down the meat’s texture.
- Cut ingredients into uniform chunks to ensure even cooking and a beautiful presentation on your skewers.
- For a gluten-free version, verify your marinade ingredients are certified gluten-free, and substitute tamari for any soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 4800 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg