Island-Style Coconut Chicken Skewers with Pineapple Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

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Juicy chicken marinated in tropical coconut and lime, grilled to perfection and served with a vibrant pineapple salsa that evokes sun-drenched tiki bars. This Tropical-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, full-fat coconut milk, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 45 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Tropical cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz boneless chicken thighs
1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 cup pineapple
1/2 cup red bell pepper
1/4 cup red onion
2 tbsp fresh cilantro
1/2 cup avocado
for serving lime wedges
1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 12 oz boneless chicken thighs, 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, then grill over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through with juicy interior.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup pineapple, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup diced red onion, 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, and 1/2 cup diced avocado. Season with a pinch of salt and toss gently to combine.
Step 4: Serve grilled chicken skewers immediately with pineapple salsa, garnished with lime wedges and extra cilantro.