Ila's Teriyaki Shish Ka Bobs

Turn your next cookout into an unforgettable feast with Ila’s Teriyaki Shish Ka Bobs, a vibrant and flavor-packed recipe that’s perfect for grilling season. These skewers feature tender marinated chicken, sweet pineapple chunks, and a colorful medley of red and green bell peppers, along with red onion, all grilled to perfection. The homemade teriyaki marinade, infused with soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and fresh ginger, creates a sticky-sweet glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Ready in just 45 minutes (plus marination time), these chicken teriyaki kebabs are easy to prepare and a stunning addition to your table. Serve them with fragrant steamed rice or enjoy them solo for a wholesome, protein-rich meal that’s bursting with flavor. Whether for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless chicken breast or thigh
• 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 1 large red onion
• 1 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 8 pieces wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.

Step 2

Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and vegetable oil.

Step 4

Place the chicken cubes into a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over the chicken. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting later. Refrigerate the chicken and let it marinate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.

Step 5

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Cut the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces, roughly the same size as the chicken.

Step 6

If using fresh pineapple, cut it into chunks similar in size to the chicken and vegetables.

Step 7

Once the chicken has marinated, assemble the shish kebabs by threading the chicken, peppers, onion, and pineapple onto the soaked skewers, alternating ingredients for a colorful presentation.

Step 8

Preheat a grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Grill the kebabs for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with the reserved marinade during the last few minutes of cooking. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove the shish kebabs from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with steamed rice, a fresh salad, or as is for a delicious and satisfying meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1993.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2111.7

Total Fat 52.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.0g
Cholesterol 578.3mg	0%
Sodium 6238.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 133.2g
Protein 237.1g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 287.5mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 3850.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 44.9%

Carbs: 32.7%