Description
Juicy honey-lime marinated chicken skewers grilled with sweet pineapple, creamy avocado, and tender bell peppers for a fresh and vibrant meal. Lightly charred and finished with cilantro, they are perfect for summer dinners or easy entertaining.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons honey
Zest and juice of 2 limes
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 large firm avocado, cut into chunks
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the honey, lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the cubed chicken to the marinade and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Thread the marinated chicken, pineapple chunks, avocado pieces, and bell pepper onto the soaked skewers, alternating evenly.
- Grill the skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is lightly charred.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For juicier skewers, substitute boneless skinless chicken thighs.
Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the marinade for extra heat.
Red or orange bell peppers and red onion make great additions or substitutions.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
