Pineapple-Glazed Chicken Skewers with Coconut Rice

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

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Juicy chicken skewers coated in a sweet pineapple glaze, served over creamy coconut rice for a taste of paradise. This Hawaiian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, pineapple juice, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 35 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Hawaiian cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup pineapple juice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1 cup jasmine rice
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup water
1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk 1/2 cup pineapple juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp ground ginger; add 1.5 lbs cubed chicken thighs and marinate for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare rice: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup jasmine rice, 1 cup coconut milk, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 tsp salt; bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed.
Step 3: Thread marinated chicken and 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks onto skewers; heat 1/4 cup coconut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 4: Add skewers and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and pineapple is caramelized.