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Chicken, Bacon, Pineapple Kebabs

Delicious and easy kebabs featuring juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and sweet pineapple, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Grilling, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lb. Chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Juicy and perfect for skewering
  • 1 whole Pineapple, cut into bite-sized chunks Use ripe pineapple for the sweetest flavor
  • 2 whole Red bell peppers, cut into large pieces Adds a pop of color and crunch
  • 1 large Onion, cut into large pieces Adds sweetness when grilled
  • 1 lb. Bacon, cut in half Because bacon makes everything better!
Marinade Ingredients
  • 1.5 C. Pineapple juice For that delicious marinade
  • 2 Tbsp. Cornstarch To thicken the marinade
  • 0.5 C. Brown sugar Adds sweetness
  • 3 Tbsp. Soy sauce Brings that umami punch
Miscellaneous
  • as needed Skewers Either wooden or metal (soak wooden skewers ahead of time)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Take each piece of pineapple and chicken and wrap it with a slice of bacon.
  2. Thread the bacon-wrapped pieces onto the skewers, alternating with pieces of red pepper and onion.
Grilling
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  2. In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, cornstarch, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Place the kebabs on the grill and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, basting with the sauce made.
  4. Ensure the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy before serving.

Notes

Make sure your chicken pieces are at room temperature before grilling for even cooking. You can prep everything ahead and marinate overnight for more flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.