Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Kabobs Recipe (2024)

These Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Kabobs have chicken, fresh pineapple, peppers and onions grilled and basted in a sweet and tangy barbecue glaze. The perfect chicken kabobs for summer grilling - serve with a side of white rice and additional sauce for an amazing dinner.

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Can you make kabobs ahead of time?

The most time-consuming part of making chicken kabobs is cutting and marinating the meat and vegetables.

After cutting your meat and vegetables, you can store them in individual airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

You can also skewer your cut meat and vegetables and store in an airtight container or cover a plate tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days before cooking.

Place the chicken kabobs directly on the grill when you are ready to cook them.

Want even more BBQ Chicken?! Try our BBQ Chicken and Potato Casserole!

Can you freeze kabobs?

If you want to freeze these kabobs, skewer meat and vegetables as directed in the recipe then place on a baking sheet and place in the freezer.

After your chicken kabobs are frozen, you can cover them with foil in a single layer on a baking sheet for long-term storage or move them to a Ziploc freezer bag.

How to cook frozen kabobs

Remove frozen kabobs from the freezer and place directly on a grill heated to medium-high heat. Grill for 15 minutes total, rotating every few minutes.

Use a meat thermometer to make sure that the internal temperature of the chicken is 165 degrees F.

How long do you cook kabobs on the grill?

When you cook kabobs on the grill, you want to be sure that all the sides of each kabob touch the grill.

Most kabobs require about 10-15 minutes to cook.

You can rotate your kabobs 4 times and let them cook for 3 minutes on each side to ensure doneness and a nice crispy exterior.

How do you store leftover kabobs?

Leftover kabobs can be stored off or on skewers, in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

I find that it’s easier to store the leftover kabobs off of their skewers, just in a reusable air-tight container (like these ones). It makes for a really easy grab-and-go meal the next day!

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How to make Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Kabobs:

We have teamed up with Krogerto share with you one of our favorite summer dinners – grilled kabobs. I remember sitting on our backyard picnic table with the smell of marinated kabobs grilling away.

We would sit together as a family, laugh and talk for hours.We loved grilling and just enjoying the beautiful weather in the summer.

This year we are celebrating summer by sharing a delicious #SummerIsDelicious recipe with you – Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Kabobs. If you haven’t pulled out the grill yet, this recipe will give you the perfect reason to do so!

If you have not used any of Kroger’s Private Selection sauces, I would highly suggest trying them, especially the Texas Inspired BBQ Sauce.

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For this recipe, I mixedPrivate Selection Hawaiian Pineapple Wing Sauce andPrivate Selection Texas BBQ Sauce to make a perfectly sweet and tangy sauce.

If you can’t find these sauces, you can use any BBQ sauce and Pineapple wing sauce that your grocery store carries and these kabobs will be delicious!

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After I soaked my skewers in water to help eliminate burning, I skewered them with fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion and chicken.

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While my chicken kabobs were grilling, I mixed together my two Private Selection sauces and brushed it on my kabobs the last few minutes of grilling.

After the meat and vegetables were cooked, I removed them from the grill, placed the on a baking sheet and then brushed on some more sauce while they were still hot.

You could also serve these kabobs with rice and a side of the prepared sauce.

Related Recipe: Looking for more Hawaiian BBQ? Try our Instant Pot Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Sandwiches with Coleslaw Recipe!

Tips for how to make these Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Kabobs:

  • Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade before adding in meat and vegetables to glaze the top of kabobs when they are cooking.
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before adding meat and vegetables. This will help them to not burn while grilling.
  • Cut meat and vegetables into uniform sizes so everything cooks evenly.
  • If you are worried about overcooking vegetables or undercooking meat, skewer your meat and vegetables separately so you can cook for an appropriate amount of time.
  • Rub or brush olive oil directly on your grill to keep kabobs from sticking and make them easy to rotate when cooking.

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Serves: 6

Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Kabobs Recipe

These Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Kabobs have chicken, fresh pineapple, peppers and onions grilled and basted in a sweet and tangy barbecue glaze.

Prep Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 40 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 11.8 ounces Pineapple Wing Sauce 1 bottle
  • 19 ounces BBQ Sauce 1 bottle
  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 fresh pineapple cubed into bite size pieces
  • 1 green bell pepper cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 red onion cut into bite size pieces
  • 12 wood skewers

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together Hawaiian Pineapple Wing Sauce and BBQ sauce until well combined. Reserve 1/2 cup of sauce and place in the refrigerator.

  • Cut chicken into 1 inch pieces. Place chicken in a gallon-sized resealable bag and pour remaining sauce over top. Seal bag and refrigerate for 2 hours (or overnight).

  • Soak 12 wood skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

  • Alternate sliding marinated chicken, pineapple, peppers and onion onto skewers.

  • Brush grill grates with olive oil then place skewers on grill.

  • Grill for 3-4 minutes and rotate 4 times, until all sides are cooked and chicken is heated through.

  • Place grilled skewers on a baking sheet and brush reserved sauce on top while hot.

  • Serve and enjoy.

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Notes

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before adding meat and vegetables. This will help them to not burn while grilling.
  • Cut meat and vegetables into uniform sizes so everything cooks evenly.
  • If you are worried about overcooking vegetables or undercooking meat, skewer your meat and vegetables separately so you can cook for an appropriate amount of time.

Nutrition

Calories: 312 kcal · Carbohydrates: 60 g · Protein: 14 g · Fat: 2 g · Saturated Fat: 1 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 36 mg · Sodium: 2701 mg · Potassium: 685 mg · Fiber: 4 g · Sugar: 47 g · Vitamin A: 1000 IU · Vitamin C: 116 mg · Calcium: 60 mg · Iron: 1 mg

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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  1. Rahul Gandhi says:

    This looks fantastic! Yummy

  2. Shanda Minks says:

    We do not have a Kroger here. What can I use in place of the Pinapple Wing sauce?

  3. Cyd says:

    Any type of a sweet marinade or sauce will work. Lawry's makes a pineapple marinade and so does Soy Vay. Hope this helps.

  4. Ashley says:

    Could these be made ahead and put in freezer until ready to grill?? Looking for freezer meals for when our second baby arrives amd these sound really yummy!!!

  5. Cyd says:

    It should freeze well. Put in the fridge the night before you grill so they thaw completely. Best of luck on your 2nd baby!!

  6. Favi says:

    This was a hit! All my family and friends loved it I also did it with shrimp and those turned out amazing!!!!. Thank you for the recipe

  7. Valerie Schwarz says:

    How much of each bottle of sauce - the entire bottle?

  8. Cyd says:

    We used the whole bottle of each sauce.

  9. M says:

    What do you do with the diced red onions?

  10. Cyd says:

    Thanks for catching that. It's red pepper.

  11. Grill Trip says:

    I loved your suggestion for making the BBQ chicken kabobs. I also put some BBQ sauce on my chicken before place it on the dish. It was delicious!

  12. Heather says:

    We love this recipe! Thank you for sharing it! Is this a recipe that can be prepped and stored in the freezer?

  13. Cyd says:

    These can be prepped and frozen ahead of time. Then just pull from the freezer and go straight to the grill.

  14. Haley says:

    How much does the chicken weigh

  15. Kim G says:

    I would love to make this recipe, BUT... Just to save anyone else the frustration, neither of those sauces are available anymore. At the top of the page, it says the recipe was published 9-1-21 and updated 10-4-21. Boy, do I wish I’d read the comments before getting my taste buds revved up. My BIL scoured several Kroger’s from Sherman to Houston looking for the two signature sauces mentioned ( just this weekend during a road trip from OK to Houston) on my behalf, and couldn’t find either of them. I came back to ask which Kroger’s does have them, and see the original comments are from 2017... IT WOULD HAVE BEEN GREAT TO SEE THAT INFORMATION AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE. I’m so disappointed now.

  16. Momma Cyd says:

    Any BBQ sauce and Pineapple wing sauce will work great with these kabobs. It doesn't have to be Private Selection brand. We added that to the post. Thank you.

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FAQs

What is Hawaiian chicken sauce made of? ›

soy sauce, pineapple juice and brown sugar (been there, tried that, left wanting), but instead is also laced with Asian sweet chili sauce, Asian chili sauce, ground ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper so it avoids the trap of monotony and instead makes your taste buds want to do the hula.

How do you keep kebabs from sticking to the grill? ›

Be sure the kebabs are also slicked in some nonstick spray or oil, and threaded through grill skewers, and you should be good to go. Remember, on a properly prepared grill, food should naturally release when seared. If it is sticking, give it another minute and don't force it.

How to make kabobs ahead of time? ›

Make Ahead Instructions: Make the chicken marinade and cut the vegetables 1-3 days in advance. Marinate the chicken for up to 6 hours ahead of time. Oven Instructions: If you don't have a grill available, you can make chicken kebabs in the oven or on a grill pan on your stove.

How long to grill chicken kabobs at 400? ›

These chicken kabobs only take around 15 minutes to cook on the grill. What temperature do you use for grilling chicken kabobs? If you're using an outdoor grill, you want to heat the grill to 350-400°F. Be sure to flip them halfway through.

What is Hawaiian BBQ sauce made of? ›

What is Hawaiian BBQ Sauce? Hawaiian BBQ sauce is a sweet and sticky BBQ sauce that gives you a classic “taste of the islands.” It's made from a ketchup base with the addition of pineapple, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. It's similar to a Kansas City Style BBQ Sauce with a distinctive Hawaiian twist.

What does Hawaiian marinade taste like? ›

An enticing combination of pure honey, soy sauce and ginger blends with tangy pineapple, papaya and a touch of mango to unlock the flavor secrets of the island.

Why do you put baking soda in kebabs? ›

Without the help of baking soda, proteins in meat are attracted to one another and squeeze out juices as the meat cooks. Baking soda transforms the meat, making it more tender and more moist.

Do you put oil on kabobs before grilling? ›

Once everything has marinated, it's time to thread the kabobs. If you choose not to marinate, season the meat, shrimp or veggies with salt and pepper, and brush them with olive oil. If you're making shrimp kabobs, it's recommended to use 2 skewers side by side, per kabob, to prevent the shrimp from spinning.

Can you prep Chicken Kabobs the night before? ›

Making Chicken Kabobs in Advance

Toss the cubed chicken and onions with the marinade and let sit in the fridge. I recommend marinating at least overnight, but it can marinate in the fridge for 2-3 days. The leftover cooked chicken kebabs keep well for leftovers.

Can Chicken Kabobs be prepared the day before? ›

-Marinade: can be whisked together up to 3 days in advance. -Chicken: can be chopped up to 2 days before cooking, or marinated for up to 8 hours. -Veggies: can be sliced and refrigerated up to 4 days in advance. -Assembled chicken skewers: can be stored while marinating in a shallow dish.

Do you cook kabobs on grill or foil? ›

Place the sheet of foil on a preheated grill. To Broil Kabobs: Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a broiler pan with non-stick foil with non-stick (dull) side towards food. Arrange kabobs on foil.

How do you know when chicken kabobs are done? ›

Cook skewers on the preheated grill, turning and brushing frequently with barbeque sauce, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

How many chicken skewers per person? ›

How many meat/veggie kabob skewers do I make per person for a party? - Quora. It depends upon the size of the skewer. Aim for about 6 ounces of meat per person. You could split that up into 2 skewers or one.

How to grill chicken kabobs without burning vegetables? ›

Putting meat and veggies on the same skewer is an amateur move. Since they cook dissimilarly, the veggies will burn before the meat is cooked, especially if you're cooking chicken. So, skewer them separately, veggies on one skewer, meat on another.

What kind of sauce is Polynesian sauce? ›

A delicious sweet and sour sauce with a strong, tangy flavor. Nutrition information is calculated using standard product formulations and incorporates multiple data sources.

What is wings Hawaiian flavor? ›

The flavors that make up a Hawaiian inspired hot wing are bright and refreshing ingredients like pineapple juice, soy sauce, fresh ginger and garlic, and a little heat with chili paste and the hot honey to bring it all home.

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