Caribbean Chicken Kabobs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
24%
Caribbean Chicken Kabobs
35 min.
8
248kcal

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Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with these vibrant Caribbean Chicken Kabobs! Bursting with flavor and color, this dish is perfect for those who crave a taste of the tropics right from their backyard grill. The combination of juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and crisp vegetables, all seasoned with a zesty Caribbean jerk spice blend, creates a mouthwatering experience that will transport you to sun-soaked beaches.

Not only are these kabobs gluten-free and dairy-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, but they also come together in just 35 minutes! Whether you're planning a casual lunch, a festive dinner, or a weekend barbecue with friends, these kabobs are sure to impress. Each skewer is a delightful mix of textures and flavors, with the smoky char from the grill enhancing the natural sweetness of the pineapple and the savory notes of the chicken.

With only 248 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious meal packed with protein and essential nutrients. So fire up the grill, gather your loved ones, and savor the deliciousness of these Caribbean Chicken Kabobs. They’re not just a meal; they’re a celebration of flavor and fun!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons walkerswood jamaican jerk seasoning dry ()
  • small pineapple cut into 1-inch cubes
  • medium bell pepper red cut into 1-inch pieces
  • small onion red cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.8 pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • grill
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. Brush grill rack with vegetable oil.
  2. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
  3. Brush chicken with 2 tablespoons of the oil.
  4. Place chicken and jerk seasoning in resealable plastic food-storage bag. Shake bag to coat chicken with seasoning. Thread chicken, pineapple, bell pepper and onion alternately on each of eight 12-inch metal skewers, leaving 1/4-inch space between each piece.
  5. Brush kabobs with remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  6. Cover and grill kabobs over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts

Calories248kcal
Protein35.31%
Fat35.52%
Carbs29.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.71
Glycemic Load
8.24
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.978260670019%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.98mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:247.73kcal
12.39%
Fat:10g
15.39%
Saturated Fat:1.7g
10.63%
Carbohydrates:18.49g
6.16%
Net Carbohydrates:15.32g
5.57%
Sugar:12.57g
13.96%
Cholesterol:63.5mg
21.17%
Sodium:166.58mg
7.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.38g
44.76%
Vitamin C:75.34mg
91.32%
Manganese:1.15mg
57.45%
Vitamin B3:11.42mg
57.12%
Vitamin B6:0.99mg
49.62%
Selenium:32.56µg
46.51%
Vitamin A:1450.89IU
29.02%
Phosphorus:234.27mg
23.43%
Vitamin B5:1.75mg
17.46%
Potassium:600.39mg
17.15%
Vitamin K:17.47µg
16.64%
Vitamin E:2.15mg
14.34%
Fiber:3.17g
12.7%
Magnesium:47mg
11.75%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.65%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.59%
Copper:0.19mg
9.46%
Folate:34.63µg
8.66%
Iron:1.31mg
7.27%
Zinc:0.9mg
6.01%
Calcium:33.77mg
3.38%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.31%