Grilled Pineapple Chicken Skewers (Printable Version)

Juicy chicken and pineapple grilled with a tangy marinade, perfect for summer meals and easy gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ 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 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 (optional)

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

# Steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper until well combined.
02 - Place chicken pieces into a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, reserving the remainder for basting. Seal and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat for direct grilling.
04 - Thread marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, and red onion alternately onto skewers, distributing ingredients evenly.
05 - Place skewers on the grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes and basting with reserved marinade, until chicken is thoroughly cooked and slightly charred on the edges.
06 - Remove skewers from grill, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges. Enjoy immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Grilling the pineapple brings out its natural sugars—it’s the secret trick that makes every bite taste like summer vacation.
  • Packing everything on a stick means less mess and more fun, especially when I don’t want to fuss with fancy plating.
02 -
  • Trying to rush the grilling with the heat up too high means burnt pineapple and raw chicken—steady medium-high is your friend.
  • Saving some marinade for basting was a total game changer and kept everything juicy instead of dry.
03 -
  • Stacking pineapple next to chicken on the skewer helps keep the meat extra moist thanks to its juices.
  • Reserve a little marinade for basting, but never use what touched raw chicken—safety first means flavor stays worry free.
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