BBQ Chicken Pineapple Kebabs (Printable)

Juicy chicken chunks grilled with pineapple and red onion, glazed with smoky BBQ sauce for vibrant flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein & Marinade

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - ½ cup BBQ sauce, plus extra for brushing
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables & Fruit

08 - 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
09 - 1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks

→ Assembly

10 - 8 wooden or metal skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes if wooden

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, combine chicken cubes, olive oil, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours refrigerated for enhanced flavor.
02 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
03 - Thread chicken, pineapple, and red onion alternately onto skewers, beginning and ending with chicken pieces for stability.
04 - Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes while brushing with additional BBQ sauce, until chicken reaches internal doneness and develops light char marks.
05 - Remove skewers from grill and allow to rest for 2 minutes before serving warm with additional BBQ sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy with just 20 minutes prep and 12 minutes on the grill
  • Perfect balance of sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and smoky BBQ flavor
  • Naturally gluten-free when using the right BBQ sauce
  • Great for meal prep, parties, and outdoor entertaining
  • Kids and adults alike love the fun skewer presentation
02 -
  • Choose chicken thighs over breast for extra juiciness and flavor
  • Double-check your BBQ sauce ingredients if following a gluten-free diet
  • Let the grill preheat fully to achieve those perfect char marks
  • Don't overcrowd the skewers—leave space for even cooking
  • Make extra and refrigerate for easy meal prep throughout the week
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