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Flavorful Grilled Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs Easy Recipe with Sesame Peppers

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These grilled chicken kabobs combine juicy chicken thighs, sweet pineapple, and crunchy sesame peppers with a tangy teriyaki glaze for a quick, flavorful meal perfect for grilling season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½-inch cubes
  • 1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 bell peppers (preferably one red and one yellow), cut into 1½-inch pieces
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soaked if wooden to prevent burning)
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
  2. Heat the mixture gently in a small saucepan until warm, then stir in the cornstarch slurry.
  3. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the marinade thickens slightly. Let it cool before using.
  4. Place the chicken cubes in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour about two-thirds of the cooled marinade over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting and serving glaze.
  6. Cut the bell peppers and pineapple into uniform chunks. Toss the bell peppers with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of sesame oil.
  7. Thread chicken, pineapple, and bell pepper pieces alternately onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
  8. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 10 minutes).
  9. Place kabobs on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs.
  10. Brush kabobs generously with reserved marinade every few minutes during grilling.
  11. Cook until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  12. While kabobs grill, toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently.
  13. Remove kabobs from grill and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, chili flakes (if using), and chopped green onions over the skewers before serving.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent burning. If pineapple chars too quickly, move kabobs to a cooler part of the grill or reduce heat. Let chicken rest a few minutes after grilling to keep it juicy. Baste kabobs with reserved marinade during grilling but wait until chicken starts to set to avoid flare-ups.

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