Grilled Pineapple and Rum-Glazed Tiki Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

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Juicy chicken skewers marinated in a tropical rum glaze paired with charred pineapple for a vibrant tiki-inspired dish. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs chicken breast, fresh pineapple chunks, dark rum 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: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1/4 cup dark rum
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup dark rum, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the sugar dissolves and marinade is smooth.
Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed chicken breast to the marinade and toss to coat fully. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to absorb the tropical flavors.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken cubes alternately with 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks onto skewers.
Step 4: Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and pineapple edges are caramelized and slightly charred.
Step 5: Remove from grill, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm with any reserved glaze brushed on top for extra shine and flavor.