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These chicken pineapple kabobs are a summer recipe that you’re gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

This is one summer kabob recipe that you're gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

Summer’s not officially kicked off until you’ve thrown some fire kabobs on the grill! And these jerk chicken kabobs certainly are on the fiery side as far as flavors are concerned.

Not only are these kabobs packed with just the right amount of heat, but we’ve also got extra meat from sausage and sweet fresh pineapple giving that awesome sweet-with-heat flavor.

Basically what I’m saying is that it’s a kabob that belongs on your grill 24/7 all summer long.

This is one summer kabob recipe that you're gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

My absolute favorite part about these kabobs is the homemade jerk seasoning. It’s packed with a little zap of heat, a little sweetness, and just a touch of warm, fruity spices. It perks up regular old boring chicken thighs like you wouldn’t believe!

Let’s just say your dinner fare is not going to be boring in the flavor department tonight.

These Kabobs feature…

  • Juicy chicken thighs rubbed with a homemade jerk seasoning
  • Tender sausage and juicy fresh pineapple
  • Easy to prep ahead of time for cookouts
This is one summer kabob recipe that you're gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

Making the Kabobs

(scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full recipe)

Ingredients You Will Need

  • Brown sugar
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Allspice
  • Cinnamon
  • Coriander
  • Thyme
  • Nutmeg
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Chicken thighs
  • Sausage links
  • Red onion
  • Pineapple
  • Cilantro and lime

Choosing Your Sausage

I love using a lighter less-greasy sausage such as chicken or turkey, but this dish will work great with a variety sausage types! Kielbasa is one of my other go-to’s when we don’t have chicken or turkey sausage on hand.

I recommend buying sausage links and cutting them 1-inch thick pieces for best results.

This is one summer kabob recipe that you're gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

Tips for Perfect Kabobs

  1. Soak wooden skewers or use metal ones – if using wooden skewers, soak them in water 20 minutes before proceeding with recipe. This will keep the skewers from snapping while grilling.
  2. Cut kabob ingredients in uniform 1-inch pieces – uniformity will ensure that all the kabob ingredients cook at the same rate.
  3. Top kabobs with cilantro and fresh lime after grilling – this adds one last little zing of fresh flavor that compliments the spicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and salty sausage perfectly.
  4. Prep kabobs ahead of time – you can assemble the ingredients on skewers, cover, and refrigerate for up to 2 days before grilling.

Recipe Variations

Try these ideas for a different twist on this recipe.

  • Add veggies – add cubed zucchini, sweet peppers, or mushrooms to kabobs.
  • Skip sausage – if you’re not a fan of sausage, you can easily skip it and add a veggie or extra pineapple in its place.
  • Adjust heat level – start with 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder in season mix and add more to taste for a more mild version. You can also add more cayenne pepper than the recipe calls for to taste for an even spicier kick.

Serving Suggestions

These kabobs go great with a variety of meals! I love serving them alongside steamed rice and beans, roast potatoes, roast vegetables, or a big leafy green salad.

Stovetop and Oven Instructions

This recipe can easily be converted to an indoor recipe if you don’t own a grill!

  • Stovetop: lightly grease a large nonstick skillet or a grill pan and heat over medium-high heat. Sear salmon kabobs 3-4 minutes on each side until chicken registers 165F.
  • Oven: assemble the kabobs per recipe instructions and arrange on a greased sheet pan. Bake kabobs at 400F 15-20 minutes until chicken registers 165F.
This is one summer kabob recipe that you're gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

Once you try these kabobs, I think you’ll agree that this is a recipe you’re gonna want to keep around! The smokiness from grilling is absolutely dynamite with the sweet-and-spicy jerk chicken, juicy pineapple, and tender sausage cubes.

How summer dinners should be!!

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This is one summer kabob recipe that you're gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

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Jerk Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

This is one summer kabob recipe that you're gonna want to hold onto forever! Sweet and spicy jerk-rubbed chicken pairs with juicy sausage, sweet pineapple, and tender red onion.

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 282kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1-1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces (see blog post for type of sausage suggestions
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for topping

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, allspice, cinnamon, coriander, thyme, nutmeg, cayenne, and salt.
  • Place chicken cubes in a large bowl and sprinkling seasoning mix over top. Toss until chicken is evenly coated in spices.
  • Thread chicken cubes, sausage, red onion, and pineapple onto skewers.
  • Preheat a grill to 400F. Grill kabobs, turning occasionally until chicken registers 165F and pineapple, onion, and sausage is slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Place kabobs on a serving plate and top with fresh cilantro and lime squeezed over top. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Storing Instructions
Store kabobs in refrigerator up to 6 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 2 kabobs | Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 22.4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4.6g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 2.9g | Sugar: 11.9g | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 3mg
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This post was updated with new recipe tips and photos on 6/20/24.

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  1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    I’m so excited that grilling season is officially here! These kabobs look amazing, Sarah! I love grilling pineapple, it tastes SO good, so I’m loving that you combined it with this zesty chicken. I think I would eat this all summer long, too! Pinned!

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  7. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says

    Oh my goodness! These kabobs look so juicy and flavorful! Love grilled pineapple and that you made your own jerk seasoning! I can just imagine all the explosive and delicious flavors packed into these! Just gorgeous!

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  15. Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says

    Sarah you have done it again, I am drooling over here! This kabobs look incredible! Sausage and pineapple? Winning! And pinning! 😉

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