Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers (Printable View)

Sweet pineapple and juicy chicken grilled on skewers, perfect for a gluten-free summer main dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Protein & Produce

01 - 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
04 - 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges

→ Marinade

05 - 1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons honey
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How to Make:

01 - Whisk gluten-free soy sauce, olive oil, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Arrange chicken pieces in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour half the marinade over the chicken, reserving the remainder for basting. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Heat grill to medium-high temperature.
04 - Thread marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, bell pepper pieces, and onion wedges alternately onto skewers.
05 - Place skewers on the grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes and basting with reserved marinade, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
06 - Remove skewers from grill. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and offer lime wedges alongside.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • That pineapple char is shockingly good—it tastes like sunshine on a plate.
  • You only need a handful of ingredients, and the skewers are always impressive at parties.
02 -
  • Skipping the soaking step for wooden skewers means burnt ends—so soak them for at least 30 minutes.
  • If you swap in chicken thighs, the skewers turn ridiculously juicy with a richer flavor—try it once and you might never go back.
03 -
  • If you grill over very hot flames, keep turning the skewers—otherwise the honey will burn fast.
  • Reserve a small bowl of unused marinade to drizzle over the final skewers for an extra layer of brightness.
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