Description
Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Skewers – 4th of July Twist are a vibrant and flavorful addition to your summer barbecues. Combining tender, marinated chicken with sweet, caramelized pineapple, these skewers offer a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for gatherings, they are easy to prepare and will impress your guests with their colorful presentation and mouthwatering aroma. Get ready to take your summer grilling to the next level!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium ripe pineapple, cut into chunks
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and yellow), cut into chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into large chunks
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and coat them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- While marinating, chop the pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion into skewer-friendly chunks.
- Assemble the skewers by alternating chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F – 400°F).
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through until perfectly charred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate overnight if time allows. Substitute pineapple with zucchini or bell peppers for a veggie twist. Serve with dipping sauces like teriyaki or sweet chili for extra flavor.