Honey Lime Chicken Skewers (Printable)

Grilled chicken paired with fresh zucchini and pineapple, enhanced by a zesty honey-lime glaze.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
02 - 3 tablespoons honey
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 2 teaspoons lime zest
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Vegetables & Fruit

10 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 0.5-inch rounds
11 - 1 small pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks

→ To Serve

12 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Lime wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until well combined.
02 - Add chicken cubes to the marinade, toss to coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
04 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
05 - Thread marinated chicken, zucchini slices, and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers, ending with chicken.
06 - Grill skewers for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred on the edges.
07 - Remove skewers from grill and rest for 3 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey-lime marinade caramelizes on the grill, creating this addictive sweet and tangy glaze that tastes nothing like effort.
  • Chicken stays impossibly juicy because you're not overthinking it—just cubes, a good marinade, and trust in the heat.
  • Zucchini and pineapple cook right alongside everything else, so there's truly only one pan to manage.
  • It looks restaurant-worthy on the plate but feels completely casual to make, which is the best kind of recipe.
02 -
  • Don't skip the marinade time; 30 minutes minimum lets the lime and honey actually penetrate the chicken instead of just coating the surface.
  • If your pineapple is too ripe, it'll fall apart on the grill—slightly firm pineapple holds together and caramelizes better than something at peak sweetness.
03 -
  • Don't move the skewers too early—let them sit on the grill for 2–3 minutes before that first turn so they develop a proper sear instead of sticking.
  • Pat the chicken dry before threading if it looks wet from marinating; moisture is the enemy of good caramelization.
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