Grilled Jerk Chicken Kabobs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Grilled Jerk Chicken Kabobs
85 min.
6
187kcal

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these Grilled Jerk Chicken Kabobs! Perfect for a summer barbecue or a cozy dinner at home, this dish combines the bold flavors of jerk seasoning with the sweetness of pineapple and the crunch of fresh vegetables. Each bite is a delightful explosion of taste that will transport you straight to the Caribbean.

Not only are these kabobs gluten-free and dairy-free, making them suitable for various dietary preferences, but they are also incredibly easy to prepare. With just 85 minutes from start to finish, you can have a delicious meal ready for six people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends.

The marinated chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, while the vibrant red bell peppers and onions add a colorful touch to your plate. The addition of pineapple chunks brings a refreshing sweetness that perfectly balances the spicy jerk sauce. Whether you serve them as a main dish for dinner or a hearty lunch, these kabobs are sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.

Fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s not only satisfying but also packed with protein and bursting with flavor. Your culinary adventure awaits with these Grilled Jerk Chicken Kabobs!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.3 cup walkerswood jamaican jerk seasoning 
  • cup pineapple chunks fresh canned
  • medium bell pepper red cut into 12 wedges
  • 0.5 medium onion separated cut into 12 wedges, into chunks

Equipment

  • grill
  • ziploc bags
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. In shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix chicken and 1/4 cup of the jerk sauce. Cover dish or seal bag; refrigerate 1 hour to marinate, stirring occasionally.
  2. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  3. Drain chicken; discard marinade. On each of 6 (15-inch) metal skewers, thread chicken, pineapple, bell peppers and onion alternately, leaving space between each piece.
  4. Brush vegetables with remaining jerk sauce.
  5. Place kabobs on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook about 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories187kcal
Protein41.39%
Fat26.73%
Carbs31.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.83
Glycemic Load
0.69
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.71695642886%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
1.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:187.16kcal
9.36%
Fat:5.93g
9.13%
Saturated Fat:1.33g
8.3%
Carbohydrates:15.92g
5.31%
Net Carbohydrates:9.84g
3.58%
Sugar:8.62g
9.58%
Cholesterol:89.77mg
29.92%
Sodium:302.01mg
13.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.66g
41.33%
Vitamin A:5181.67IU
103.63%
Vitamin C:55.25mg
66.97%
Vitamin B6:0.85mg
42.59%
Vitamin E:5.82mg
38.8%
Vitamin B3:7.31mg
36.57%
Selenium:24.28µg
34.69%
Fiber:6.08g
24.3%
Phosphorus:231.88mg
23.19%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.72%
Iron:3.33mg
18.5%
Potassium:633.8mg
18.11%
Vitamin K:18.89µg
17.99%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.74%
Zinc:2.16mg
14.37%
Vitamin B5:1.39mg
13.88%
Magnesium:52.91mg
13.23%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.25%
Copper:0.24mg
11.84%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.08%
Folate:29.42µg
7.36%
Calcium:63.07mg
6.31%