Chicken and Pineapple BBQ Skewers (Printable)

Tender chicken and sweet pineapple glazed with tangy BBQ sauce, grilled for a smoky, savory summer dish.

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# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.

02 - Add chicken cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.

03 - Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.

04 - Thread chicken, pineapple, bell pepper, and red onion alternately onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.

05 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

06 - Grill skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes and basting with extra marinade, until chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.

07 - Transfer to a platter, garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Tips:

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The marinade does double duty as a basting sauce, building layers of flavor with every turn on the grill
Everything cooks on one skewer, meaning less cleanup and more time enjoying the evening

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Do not marinate the pineapple and vegetables with the chicken or they will become mushy and overly seasoned
Leave some space between pieces on the skewers so heat can reach all sides and nothing steams instead of grills

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Reserve some of the marinade before adding the raw chicken so you have a safe sauce for basting during grilling
Let the skewers rest for a couple of minutes after grilling so the juices redistribute

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