Pineapple-Glazed Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-16 · Updated 2026-04-16

Tender chicken cubes coated in a sweet-tart pineapple sauce and grilled to a golden finish with tropical flair. This Tropical-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 42 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, diced pineapple, pineapple juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup diced pineapple
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk together 1/2 cup pineapple juice, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a bowl until combined.
2. Step 2: Place 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes) in a resealable bag, add 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper, then pour in the pineapple mixture; seal and marinate for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Thread marinated chicken and 1/2 cup diced pineapple alternately onto skewers, pressing gently to secure.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to 375°F (medium-high), then grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and edges are slightly charred.
5. Step 5: Transfer to a platter, garnish with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.