Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
343 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Description
Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Skewers combine marinated poultry with a blend of pineapple juice and soy-based teriyaki sauce for sweet and umami flavor. The marinade is cooked briefly to develop a glossy glaze that also thickens with a cornstarch slurry. After marinating for about 30 minutes, the chicken cubes are threaded onto skewers interspersed with multi-colored bell peppers, red onion, and fresh pineapple for added texture and sweetness.
Grilling imparts a slight char and smoky flavor to the chicken and vegetables while maintaining juiciness. Brushing the cooked skewers with the reserved sauce at the end enhances the sheen and intensifies the teriyaki flavor. The addition of green onions as a garnish provides a mild oniony freshness.
These skewers work well as a main dish for barbecues or casual dinners, pairing nicely with rice or salads. The balance of juicy chicken and caramelized pineapple with crisp vegetables delivers a satisfying, colorful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast 1-inch cubes, boneless skinless, cubed
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- 2 garlic minced cloves
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 red bell pepper 1 inch cubes, cubed
- 1 yellow bell pepper 1 inch cubes, cubed
- 1 green bell pepper 1 inch cubes, cubed
- 1 red onion 1-inch cubes, cubed
- 2 cups pineapple 1-inch cubes, cubed, fresh
- green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup pineapple juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and ½ teaspoon salt over medium-high heat.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the 1 tablespoon water and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Slowly whisk the cornstarch mixture into the sauce mixture.
- Bring to a gentle boil and cook for about 1-3 minutes until the mixture just starts to thicken. Remove from heat and reserve ¼ cup of the sauce for later.
- Add the sauce and 4 cubed boneless skinless chicken breasts to a sealable container and marinate in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- Thread the chicken on skewers along with the 1 cubed red bell pepper, 1 cubed yellow bell pepper, 1 cubed green bell pepper, 1 cubed red onion, and 2 cups cubed fresh pineapple,.
- Grill for 8-10 minutes until the meat is cooked. Remove from the grill and brush them with the reserved sauce. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 2055mg | 86% |
| Potassium | 851mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 40g | 80% |
| Vitamin A | 1185IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 161mg | 179% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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