Description

Grill your way to tropical bliss with these Sweet and Savory Pineapple Chicken Kabobs! Perfect for a quick dinner, healthy meal prep, or outdoor cookouts, this easy recipe blends juicy chicken, caramelized pineapple, and vibrant bell peppers with a mouthwatering honey-soy marinade. It’s a fantastic option when you need quick dinner ideas, crave healthy grilled food, or want to impress guests with bold, exotic flavors. With a balance of sweet, savory, and tangy, this dish turns simple ingredients into an unforgettable grilling experience. Whether you’re looking for easy recipes, food ideas for summer, or just something fresh and flavorful, these kabobs will hit the spot.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
2 bell peppers (red and yellow), cut into 1.5-inch pieces
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh grated ginger
Optional: chopped cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and olive oil to create the marinade.
Add cubed chicken to a zip-top bag or container, pour in the marinade, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes (skip if using metal skewers).
Cut pineapple and bell peppers into chunks.
Assemble kabobs by alternating chicken, pineapple, and peppers on skewers.
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
Garnish with chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice. Serve hot!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Marinating Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 10 minutes