African Peanut Butter and Honey Chicken Skewers with Fresh Pineapple Slices
Savor the rich flavors of African-inspired marinated chicken skewers, paired perfectly with sweet, juicy pineapple slices.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, cayenne pepper, and garlic. Mix until smooth.
- 2
Coat Chicken
Add chicken cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly.
- 3
Marinate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Preparing the Skewers
- 1
Soak Skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- 2
Thread Skewers
Thread marinated chicken and pineapple slices onto the skewers alternately.
Tip: Ensure chicken pieces are not overcrowding for even cooking. Reserve a small amount of marinade to brush on chicken during grilling.
How to Make African Peanut Butter and Honey Chicken Skewers with Fresh Pineapple Slices
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Grilling the Skewers
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and has grill marks.
- 2
Brushing
During the last few minutes of grilling, brush reserved marinade over the chicken for extra flavor.
- 3
Grilling Pineapple
Grill the sliced pineapples alongside the skewers until caramelized, about 2 minutes each side.
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