BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs

5 from 1 vote

These BBQ Chicken And Pineapple Kabobs are perfect for grilling season, combining juicy chicken, sweet caramelized pineapple, and colorful bell peppers in a delicious BBQ glaze. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, this easy recipe has got you covered.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Optional Marinade Time30

Total Time30

Course: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Course

Cuisine: American, BBQ

Servings:

Calories: 156kcal

Author: Nadia

Ingredients

1 lb Chicken Breast
½-3/4 cup Pineapple
¼ cup +2 tbsp BBQ Sacue Primal Kitchen Mango Jalapeño
½ Bell Pepper green
1-2 pinches Salt & Pepper
1 tablespoon Avocado Oil for veggies and to brush on the grill

Instructions

Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Place the chicken pieces in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
Add ¼ cup BBQ Sauce to the chicken and use your hands to combine. Allow the chicken to marinate for up to 30 minutes. Place two additional tablespoons of BBQ sauce in a separate bowl. You will use this fresh BBQ sauce to baste the chicken while it's on the grill.
Cut the pineapple and bell peppers into 1-inch pieces, then drizzle with a little bit of avocado oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and set aside.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to 400 degrees f.
Thread the skewers by layering 1 piece of chicken, 1 slice of pineapple, then 1 slice of pepper, and repeating until all the chicken is skewered.
Brush the preheated grill with a little bit of avocado oil, then grill the chicken kebabs for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken has cooked through (You can also start them on the grill and finish them in the oven if needed). While the chicken is cooking, continue to baste the chicken with the additional BBQ Sauce.

Notes

Hint: If you don't have metal skewers and are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for 10 or so minutes before grilling to prevent them from catching fire on the grill.

Substitutions and variations

Chicken: Substitute chicken breasts with boneless skinless chicken thighs for a juicier option.
Vegetables: Add other vegetables like zucchini, red onion, or mushrooms.
BBQ Sauce: Use a homemade BBQ sauce or different flavor varieties like spicy, smoky, or honey BBQ.
Marinade: Mix up your marinade ingredients. Create you own savory marinade by combining BBQ sauce with a splash of pineapple juice, lime juice, soy sauce, fresh ginger or garlic for extra flavor.
Flavor Combos: You can also skip the pineapple and replace it with eggplant, zucchini, green bell pepper, and onions to make Greek chicken kabobs. You can serve these with cherry tomatoes and feta cheese.

Serving suggestions

Side Dishes: Serve with a side of rice, potato salad, or a fresh garden salad.
Dips: Pair with a side of ranch dressing, lemon dill sauce, or extra BBQ sauce for dipping.

Top Tip

For perfectly cooked kabobs, make sure all your ingredients are cut to roughly the same size. This ensures even cooking and makes it easier to eat. Also, leave a small space between each item on the skewer to allow heat to circulate and cook everything thoroughly.

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