Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Skewers (Gluten-Free)
If you’re looking for an easy dinner that tastes like summer, these Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken Skewers are always a hit. They’re loaded with juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, colorful veggies, and marinated in an easy homemade teriyaki sauce that’s incredibly flavorful. Perfect for grilling season, backyard dinners, or even an easy weeknight meal when you want something fresh and fun. And the best part? They’re easily made gluten-free by simply using gluten-free soy sauce, tamari, or coconut aminos.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1/3 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos (gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 red bell pepper 1-inch cubes
- 1 green bell pepper 1-inch cubes
- 1 red onion 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups pineapple chunks 1-inch cubes
- green onions for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, pineapple juice, and garlic until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Place the cubed chicken into the marinade bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 60 minutes.
- While the chicken marinates, prepare your veggies and pineapple.
- Once chicken has marinated, thread the chicken on skewers (see note below) along with the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and pineapple. I like to alternate all the veggies and chicken. Note: This is super fun to let kids help and they absolutely LOVE it! There's no wrong way or pattern to skewers.
- Grill for 8-10 minutes until the meat is cooked. Garnish with green onions, if using.
Notes
Veggies: These skewers are super versatile! Add whatever veggies you want, our favorite is this recipe combo.
Skewer Soaking? While 30 minutes is the minimum, it’s best to plan ahead and soak your bamboo skewers overnight in water. They take awhile to soak up the water, but it's worth it so they don't burn super fast.
Night Before Prep: These skewers make the best meal prep, especially for entertaining. You can either marinate the chicken overnight. Or just prepare the skewers and place in a dish, cover with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes up to overnight.
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