Grilled Chicken Kabobs With Pineapple (Printable Version)
Smoky grilled chicken skewers with pineapple and zucchini, marinated in honey, soy, and smoked paprika.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Chicken
01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
04 - 1 tablespoon honey
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ For the Kabobs
09 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
10 - 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
11 - 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
12 - Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Add chicken cubes and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. If using bamboo skewers, soak in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning.
03 - Thread marinated chicken, zucchini slices, pineapple chunks, and red bell pepper pieces alternately onto skewers, distributing ingredients evenly.
04 - Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred on all sides.
05 - Remove kabobs from grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs if desired and serve immediately.
# Chef's Tips:
01 -
- The sweet-salty flavors make you feel like you secretly discovered a chef-level upgrade for weeknight dinners.
- Everything cooks together in minutes, and the colors alone bring a bit of joy to the table.
02 -
- Rushing the marinade means less flavor—give the chicken at least that quick soak.
- Building the kabobs too tightly makes it harder for the heat to work its magic between each piece.
03 -
- Always give yourself a little extra room at the ends of skewers to make flipping safe and easy.
- A basting of reserved marinade in the last minute on the grill boosts shine and flavor without risking contamination.