🍢 Spicy Pineapple and Jerk Chicken Skewers 🌶️🍍🔥
Servings: 4 🍽️
Prep Time: 15 minutes ⏱️
Marinating Time: 1 hour ⏳
Cooking Time: 12–15 minutes 🔥
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes ⏲️
📝 Ingredients:
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into cubes 🍗
1 cup pineapple chunks 🍍
3 tablespoons jerk seasoning 🌶️
2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
2 tablespoons lime juice 🍋
2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1 teaspoon smoked paprika 🌶️
Salt and black pepper, to taste 🧂
Wooden or metal skewers 🍢
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
👩🍳 Instructions:
Prepare the Marinade:
In a bowl, combine jerk seasoning, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. 🥄
Marinate the Chicken:
Toss chicken cubes in the marinade until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. 🧊
Assemble the Skewers:
Thread marinated chicken and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers. 🍢
Preheat the Grill:
Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. 🔥
Grill the Skewers:
Grill skewers for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred. 🍗🔥
Serve:
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot. Optionally, squeeze extra lime juice over the skewers. 🌿🍋
💡 Tips:
Extra Heat: Add a sliced Scotch bonnet pepper to the marinade for more spice. 🌶️
Oven Option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway. 🔥
Sides: Serve with coconut rice, a fresh salad, or grilled vegetables. 🥥🥗
Enjoy your tropical, spicy, and sweet Spicy Pineapple and Jerk Chicken Skewers! 😋🍢