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Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

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Hawaiian chicken pineapple kabobs are a sweet and savory grilled dish made with marinated chicken, juicy pineapple, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for summer cookouts or quick weeknight meals, they’re packed with tropical flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), cut into pieces
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger or 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar or honey, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken chunks to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
  3. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  5. Thread marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, bell pepper pieces, and red onion onto skewers, alternating ingredients.
  6. Grill kabobs for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
  7. Optional: Brush kabobs with reserved marinade (not used for raw chicken) during the last few minutes of grilling.
  8. Serve hot with rice, salad, or extra grilled pineapple.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness and flavor.
  • Marinate chicken for up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
  • Don’t reuse marinade that touched raw chicken—set some aside if you plan to baste during grilling.
  • Can be baked at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway.
  • Add vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms to the skewers for variety.

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