Grilled Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

27g protein · 50 min · 186 kcal

Grilled Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

Grilled Chicken Pineapple Kabobs are perfect for summer! Simple kabobs layered with tender marinated chicken, juicy pineapple & onion.

50 min6 servings186 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1″ cubes
  • 6 oz. pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup tamari sauce (or amino acids)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 cups cubed pineapple (cut into 1-2″ cubes)
  • 1 red onion, cut into 1″ cubes
  • chopped cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    --- Pineapple Chicken: ---

  2. 2

    To a small bowl add pineapple juice, tamari sauce, garlic clove and smoked paprika. Whisk to combine.

  3. 3

    Remove 1/4 cup of the marinade and set aside.

  4. 4

    To a medium bowl, add chicken breast and pour pineapple marinade over the chicken. Using a spoon, toss to coat all of the chicken.

  5. 5

    Let marinade for 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    --- Kabobs: ---

  7. 7

    Preheat grill to medium high heat, approximately 375-400 degrees F.

  8. 8

    To assemble kabobs alternate pineapple chunks, marinaded chicken and red onion cubes on a skewer.

  9. 9

    Rub grill grates with oil or spray with cooking spray.

  10. 10

    Place prepared kabobs on the grill. Grill each side for 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.

  11. 11

    Remove from grill. Brush remaining pineapple marinade over the kabobs.

  12. 12

    Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.

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