Description
These BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs feature tender, marinated chicken breast chunks grilled to perfection alongside fresh pineapple, bell peppers, and sweet onions. The combination of barbecue and teriyaki sauces with garlic and ginger creates a flavorful glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill, making this recipe a perfect sweet and savory summer dish for six servings.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade and Sauce
- 2/3 cup barbecue sauce
- 2/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 sweet onion, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
For Grilling
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger. Reserve 1/2 cup of this mixture to use later for basting.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken chunks in a large bowl or gallon-size Ziploc bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to 8 hours, turning occasionally to distribute flavor.
- Assemble the kabobs: Drain the chicken from the marinade. Thread the chicken pieces alternately with pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, and onion pieces onto skewers. Brush the assembled kabobs with canola oil and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium heat, preparing it for indirect cooking of kabobs.
- Grill the kabobs: Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is cooked through. During the last 1-2 minutes, brush the kabobs with the reserved marinade to glaze and cook for extra flavor.
- Serve: Remove the kabobs from the grill and serve immediately while hot and juicy.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to develop, but avoid exceeding 8 hours to prevent over-tenderizing.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked to 165°F for safety.
- Substitute canola oil with olive oil or avocado oil for a different flavor profile.
- Vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms can be added to the skewers for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: BBQ chicken kabobs, grilled chicken skewers, pineapple chicken kabobs, barbecue chicken recipe, teriyaki chicken kabobs, summer grilling recipe
