Grilled Pineapple and Jerk Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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Tender chicken marinated in spicy jerk seasoning, grilled alongside caramelized pineapple chunks for a vibrant island-inspired dish. This Caribbean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 82 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, fresh pineapple chunks, jerk seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 70 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
2 tbsp jerk seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
8 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and place in a mixing bowl. Add 2 tbsp jerk seasoning, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss well to coat and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken cubes and 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks alternately onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 3: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and pineapple edges are caramelized and slightly charred. Remove from grill and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.