Description
Pineapple Chicken Bites are a tropical sensation that combines tender chicken pieces with sweet pineapple, all coated in a tangy glaze for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, these bites are easy to prepare and will impress your guests with their vibrant colors and delicious taste. Whether served as an appetizer or a main dish, these flavorful skewers will transport you to sun-soaked beaches with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces (about 1 inch).
- In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, ketchup, and cornstarch. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat (400°F / 200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if using the oven.
- Stir in chopped pineapple with the marinated chicken.
- Skewer the chicken and pineapple mixture onto soaked wooden skewers or metal ones.
- Grill for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; bake in the oven for the same time.
- Serve on a platter, drizzled with any cooked leftover marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 256
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg