Grilled Chicken Skewers with Pineapple and Red Pepper
Grilled chicken skewers with pineapple and red pepper are a vibrant, mouthwatering dish that brings summer flavors to any table. These skewers feature tender marinated chicken, sweet caramelized pineapple, and crunchy red peppers, all grilled to perfection. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a quiet dinner at home, these skewers promise to impress with their delightful taste and colorful presentation. Get ready for an unforgettable culinary experience!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 ripe pineapple, chopped into chunks
- 2 red bell peppers, cut into squares
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and lime juice.
- Add chicken cubes to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for about 20 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers alternately with pineapple chunks and red peppers.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C) and cook skewers for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (150g)
- Calories: 254
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg