Pineapple Chicken Kabobs (Oven or Air Fryer)
Juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and vibrant veggies grilled to perfection in the oven or air fryer. Brushed with a sticky pineapple glaze for the ultimate tropical flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 30 minutes marinating)
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven / Air Fryer / Skewers
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired / Tropical
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
¼ cup coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
¼ cup 100% pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons sesame oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 teaspoons cornstarch (or tapioca flour)
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 (20-oz) can pineapple chunks (in 100% juice)
12–15 wooden skewers
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken (30 minutes):
In a bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, pineapple juice, honey, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and salt.
Place chicken in a separate bowl and pour half the marinade over it. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes (or overnight). Reserve the other half of the marinade in the fridge for the glaze.
Soak Skewers (30 minutes):
Soak wooden skewers in warm water while the chicken marinates. Use this time to prep vegetables.
Assemble the Kabobs:
Preheat oven to 425°F (or preheat your air fryer to 400°F).
Thread marinated chicken, bell pepper, pineapple, and onion onto skewers, leaving space on the ends. Discard the used marinade.
Cook the Kabobs:
Oven: Place skewers on a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken is cooked through (165°F). Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes for caramelized edges.
Air Fryer: Place in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway.
Make the Glaze (3 minutes):
While kabobs cook, heat reserved marinade in a saucepan. Mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and whisk into the sauce. Simmer until thickened, about 1 minute.
Finish & Serve:
Brush kabobs with the glaze before serving. Enjoy with coconut rice, quinoa, or a light salad.
Notes
For best results, cut ingredients into uniform 1-inch pieces for even cooking.
Can also be grilled over medium heat for 10–12 minutes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Make it spicy by adding chili flakes or a dash of sriracha to the marinade.
