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Air Fryer Hawaiian Chicken Skewers: Golden brown Hawaiian chicken skewers with pineapple chunks in an air fryer basket, glazed and caramelized.

Ultimate Air Fryer Hawaiian Chicken Skewers Recipe

Chef Marcus
Tender chicken with sweet pineapple glaze in 20 minutes. The perfect juicy, caramelized skewers for easy Air Fryer Dinners that taste like a tropical vacation.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Wooden skewers

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned, drained
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce Hawaiian-style or sweet
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning.
  • In a bowl, mix chicken cubes with soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger powder, and oil. Let marinate for 5 minutes.
  • Thread chicken and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers.
  • Preheat air fryer to 390°F. Place skewers in basket in a single layer.
  • Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken is cooked through and caramelized.
  • Brush with BBQ sauce during last 2 minutes for a glossy finish.
Keyword Air Fryer Hawaiian Chicken Skewers