Hawaiian Skewers

 Hawaiian Skewers


1 1/2 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch cubes

1 can of  pineapple chunks 

1 large green bell pepper cut into 1 slices


Marinade

3/4 cup of the pineapple juice reserved from the can

1/3 cup soy sauce

3 cloves minced garlic

1/3 cup ketchup

1 tsp freshly grated ginger

1-2 tbsp Sriracha sauce

2 tbsp vegetable oil

2 tbsp rice wine vinegar

1/2 cup honey

2 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp pepper


Sliced green onions as a garnish


NOTE: If you are using wooden skewers for grilling, soak the skewers for 10-15 minutes in water ahead of time.



In a mixing bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients and whisk to combine.


In a separate bowl, add chicken that has been cut into cubes.  Add half of the marinade to the bowl with the chicken.  Marinade chicken 1-2 hours before grilling


Preheat indoor or outdoor grill.


Add remaining marinade to a saucepan and simmer over medium heat until it has thickened.


To assemble skewers:  Add a slice of bell pepper, a cube of pineapple and a cube of chicken.  Follow this pattern until the skewer is full.


Grill skewers 5-7 minutes and baste the chicken a few times with the simmered marinade.


Garnish with green onions and serve.

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