Savor The Flavor Grilled Kabobs (Printable Version)
Marinated chicken and caramelized pineapple on skewers, grilled until charred; finish with lime and cilantro.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
→ Fruits & Vegetables
02 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
04 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
→ Marinade
05 - 1/4 cup soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
06 - 2 tablespoons honey
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
09 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnishes (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
13 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until combined.
02 - Place chicken pieces in a large resealable bag or bowl, pour the marinade over, and toss to coat thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Soak wooden skewers in water for a minimum of 30 minutes if using.
04 - Thread marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper pieces, and red onion wedges alternately onto skewers.
05 - Grill assembled kabobs for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every few minutes, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
06 - Sprinkle kabobs with chopped cilantro and serve with fresh lime wedges.
# Expert Insights:
01 -
- You get vibrant, sweet flavor from real pineapple that turns smoky and golden over flames.
- It’s unbelievably easy, and friends will think you fussed much more than you did.
02 -
- If you crowd the pieces on the skewers too tightly, the chicken won’t cook evenly (I learned that after a few underdone bites).
- Reserving a splash of marinade (before adding the raw chicken) for a drizzle at the end kicks up the finish—just remember to boil it first if you’re nervous about food safety.
03 -
- Brush on extra marinade when turning the skewers for maximum flavor.
- Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a twist—just adjust grill time as needed.