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Flavorful Grilled Honey Sriracha Chicken Skewers with Pineapple

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These grilled chicken skewers combine the sweet heat of honey and sriracha with juicy pineapple chunks for a quick, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing meal perfect for outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes before use)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar or lime juice, minced garlic, olive or sesame oil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts and fresh pineapple into uniform 1.5-inch cubes for even cooking.
  3. Toss the chicken cubes in the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  4. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  5. Thread chicken and pineapple alternately onto skewers, leaving small gaps for heat circulation.
  6. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
  7. Grill the skewers for 5-6 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs. Brush extra marinade or honey glaze on top during grilling for a sticky, glossy finish.
  8. Check for doneness: chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F and pineapple should have caramelized grill marks.
  9. Let the skewers rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety. Avoid overcrowding skewers to ensure even cooking and good char marks. Brush extra glaze during grilling but do not use marinade that touched raw chicken unless boiled first. Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning. Adjust sriracha amount to control spice level. Can be broiled indoors if no grill is available.

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