Description
Delicious Hawaiian Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Skewers featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs, sweet pineapple, and colorful vegetables grilled to perfection with a homemade teriyaki glaze. Perfect for summer dinners, BBQs, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1.5-inch pieces)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (about 1 small pineapple)
- 1 medium red onion (cut into 1.5-inch chunks)
- 1 large green bell pepper (cut into 1.5-inch pieces)
- 1 large red bell pepper (cut into 1.5-inch pieces)
- 1 small zucchini (sliced into ½-inch rounds or half-moons)
Teriyaki Marinade and Glaze
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced or ½ teaspoon ginger powder)
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (for thickening or 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, fresh lime juice, smoked paprika, minced garlic, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and ketchup or cornstarch mixture until well combined to create the teriyaki glaze.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thigh pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers alternating with pineapple chunks, red onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and zucchini slices for a colorful presentation.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it is well-oiled to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with remaining marinade, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving your delicious Hawaiian Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Skewers hot off the grill.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours if time permits.
- Use wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast if preferred, but expect slightly less juiciness.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the skewers before serving for a bright, fresh taste.
- Serve with steamed rice or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 331 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 948 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.03 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 162 mg
