Description
A delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors with juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and sweet pineapple, perfect for grilling.
Ingredients
- Freshly ground black pepper, as much as you like
- Sprinkle of salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 tablespoons olive oil (split up), plus extra to rub on grill
- 1/4 cup canned pineapple juice
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1 large red onion, cut into 1 1/4-inch chunks
- 1 1/2 big green bell peppers, chopped into 1 1/4-inch pieces
- 3 cups ripe pineapple, chopped (about 3/4 of a 3-pound fruit)
- 1 3/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced into 1 1/4-inch chunks
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to make the marinade. Add pepper and salt to taste.
- Place the chicken cubes into a large zip-top bag. Save 1/2 cup of the marinade in the fridge for later. Pour the rest over the chicken, seal the bag, and shake well. Marinate in the fridge for about 60 minutes.
- Soak 10 wooden skewers in cold water for 1 hour to prevent burning.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over the cut pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion. Toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat (400°F) and rub with olive oil.
- Thread the marinated chicken, pineapple, bell pepper, and red onion onto the soaked skewers alternately until all ingredients are used.
- Grill the skewers for about 5 minutes, brushing with half of the saved marinade, flip, and splash with the rest. Grill for an additional 4 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Notes
For more flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian