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Flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

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Juicy grilled chicken and caramelized pineapple chunks glazed with a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for summer BBQs and quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 1 medium fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1.5-inch chunks
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soaked wooden ones prevent burning)
  • ½ cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening sauce)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Set aside ¼ cup for basting.
  2. Add chicken cubes to the marinade, toss to coat, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Clean and oil grill grates.
  4. Thread chicken and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  5. Grill kabobs for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes. Brush reserved marinade over kabobs during last 5 minutes.
  6. Check chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and pineapple is slightly charred and tender.
  7. Optional: Pour leftover marinade into a saucepan, stir in cornstarch mixture, boil until thickened, and serve as a sauce.
  8. Remove kabobs from grill and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor. Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. Brush kabobs with reserved marinade during grilling for a sticky glaze. Frozen pineapple can be used if thawed and patted dry. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari.

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