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Flavorful Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs

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These Hawaiian chicken kebabs feature juicy chicken thighs marinated in a tangy-sweet pineapple-based sauce, grilled to perfection with caramelized pineapple chunks for a tropical, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½-inch cubes
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks or canned pineapple rings, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or light olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes before grilling)

Instructions

  1. Cut boneless chicken thighs into 1½-inch pieces. Peel, core, and cut fresh pineapple into chunks about the same size as the chicken.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, vegetable oil, black pepper, and red chili flakes if using. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add chicken pieces to the marinade, stirring to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2 hours. Do not marinate longer than 6 hours.
  4. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes. Thread chicken and pineapple alternately onto skewers, starting and ending with chicken.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  6. Grill kebabs for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and pineapple is caramelized.
  7. Remove kebabs from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not marinate chicken longer than 6 hours to avoid mushy texture from pineapple acid. Turn kebabs frequently to prevent burning, especially the pineapple. Let kebabs rest 5 minutes after grilling to lock in juices. Wooden skewers should be soaked before grilling to prevent burning. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Chicken breasts can be used but watch cooking time to avoid dryness.

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