Hawaiian Chicken Skewers with Tikki Tikki Sauce – Sweet, Tangy & Grilled to Perfection

Bring island vibes to your plate with these Hawaiian Chicken Skewers paired with a flavorful, sticky-sweet Tikki Tikki Sauce. Marinated chicken chunks are grilled alongside juicy pineapple and colorful bell peppers, then glazed in a tropical-inspired sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy. It’s the perfect summer BBQ recipe or a fun dinner that feels like a vacation on a stick! 🌺

Ingredients

For the Chicken Skewers

• 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1½-inch chunks
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1½-inch pieces
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1½-inch pieces
• 1½ cups fresh pineapple chunks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Wooden or metal skewers (soaked in water if wooden)

For the Tikki Tikki Sauce

• ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
• ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
• ¼ cup pineapple juice
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
• 1 tsp sriracha or chili flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
  

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