Description
Flavorful Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs are a tropical delight that combines juicy marinated chicken thighs with sweet pineapple chunks, creating a perfect balance of flavors. These kabobs are ideal for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner. The bold marinade made with soy sauce, honey, and fresh ginger infuses the chicken with irresistible flavor while the grilling process caramelizes the pineapple for an added sweet touch. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or main course, these kabobs will have everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium fresh pineapple
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and stir to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (ideally overnight).
- Cut the pineapple into bite-sized chunks.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
- Thread the marinated chicken and pineapple alternately onto skewers.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F).
- Grill kabobs for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and pineapple is caramelized.
- Let kabobs rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg