Brochetas de pollo y piña a la parrilla

Ingredientes

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Vegetable oil, for greasing grill grates
• Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Preparación

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Pour about two-thirds of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Reserve the remaining one-third in a small, covered bowl in the refrigerator to use as a basting sauce.

3. 3

   Add the 1-inch chicken cubes to the bag with the marinade. Seal the bag, removing excess air, and massage to coat the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for best results.

4. 4

   If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.

5. 5

   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F or 200-230°C). Clean and lightly oil the grill grates.

6. 6

   Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the used marinade. Thread the chicken, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, and red onion onto the skewers in a repeating pattern. Leave a small space between pieces for even cooking.

7. 7

   Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and has visible char marks.

8. 8

   During the final 2-3 minutes of cooking, brush the skewers on all sides with the reserved, clean marinade.

9. 9

   Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.