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BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs Recipe

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These BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are a delicious, flavorful, and colorful grilled dish perfect for summer cookouts or any casual gathering. Tender chunks of chicken are marinated in a tangy blend of barbecue and teriyaki sauces with fresh garlic and ginger, then skewered alongside juicy pineapple, sweet onion, and red bell pepper. Grilled to perfection and brushed with extra sauce for a smoky glaze, these kabobs offer a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and smoky flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 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

Finishing Touches

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger. Reserve half a cup of this mixture for basting later and set it aside.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken chunks in a gallon-size Ziploc bag or large bowl and pour in the remaining barbecue sauce mixture. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours, turning the bag occasionally to coat the chicken evenly. After marinating, drain the chicken from the marinade.
  3. Assemble the kabobs: Thread the marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper pieces, and onion pieces alternately onto skewers. Once skewered, brush all sides with canola oil and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium heat to prepare for cooking the kabobs.
  5. Grill the kabobs: Place the skewers on the grill and cook, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking. Grill until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), which should take about 10 minutes. During the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, brush the kabobs generously with the reserved barbecue sauce mixture to create a delicious glaze.
  6. Serve: Remove the kabobs from the grill and serve immediately while hot and flavorful.

Notes

  • For juicier kabobs, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning.
  • Chicken thighs can be used as a substitute for chicken breasts for a richer flavor and tender texture.
  • If you don’t have a grill, you can broil the kabobs in the oven, turning occasionally to mimic grilling.
  • Adjust the grilling time depending on your grill and skewer thickness; always confirm doneness with a meat thermometer.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for more variety.

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