Sweet and Spicy Chicken Kabobs
User Reviews
5
-
Prep Time
20 mins
-
Cook Time
15 mins
-
Total Time
35 mins
-
Servings
6
-
Calories
576 kcal
-
Course
Main Course, Dinner
-
Cuisine
International
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Kabobs
Description
This recipe threads chicken pieces, smoked sausage, red bell pepper, red onion, and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers, creating colorful and flavorful kabobs. The glaze made from fruit and honey triple berry spread combined with soy sauce and sriracha is brushed on repeatedly during grilling to build layers of sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavor.
Grilling at medium-high heat allows the glaze to caramelize slightly and the chicken to cook through with charred edges, while vegetables and pineapple retain some crispness and juiciness. The sausage adds a smoky, hearty element that pairs well with the sweet and spicy glaze. The kabobs deliver a varied texture from tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and crisp vegetables.
These kabobs can be served hot off the grill as a main dish for casual meals or gatherings. Adjusting the sriracha amount lets you control the heat level based on preference. The combination of sweet fruit, spicy glaze, and savory sausage makes these kabobs versatile and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken cut into 1" pieces
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced
- 1 red bell pepper cut into chunks
- 1 red onion cut into chunks
- 1 can pineapple chunks
For the Glaze, combine:
- 1 cup fruit and honey triple berry spread Smucker's brand
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon sriracha or more to taste if you like it SPICY
Instructions
- Alternate (in no specific order) chicken, sausage, peppers, onions, and pineapple on skewers (makes about 6 skewers).
- Brush with glaze and grill on medium-high heat, turning every 2-3 minutes (brushing with glaze each turn) until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 576 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 576kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1292mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 523mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin A | 774IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 41mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
