Gluten-Free Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers

Make a delicious, easy, colorful meal with Gluten-Free Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers, these can be made on a traditional grill or a pellet grill. Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers pair tender chicken with a tangy, delicious sauce.

Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers are a little bit sticky, sweet, and perfectly tangy to keep everyone wanting seconds! They look fancy, but they’re actually very easy to make. Perfect to pair with additional grilled vegetables or broccoli and rice.

Why you’ll love these Easy Grilled Skewers:

• Simple pantry ingredients!
• Ready in less than an hour including the marinating time!
• Easy to make gluten-free!
• Make them on the traditional grill or pellet grill!
• Kid-Friendly!

Ingredients for Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers:

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
• Skewer Sticks
• Pineapple Chunks & Juice
• Green Pepper
• Onion
• Olive Oil
• Garlic Clove
• Water
• Sugar
• Distilled Vinegar
• Gluten-Free Soy Sauce
• Ketchup
• Cornstarch
• Sesame Seeds

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Begin by preparing the skewer sticks, add the pepper, onion and pineapple to each stick then carefully place the chicken on the sticks, then additional pepper, onion, and pineapple. If needed, slice the chicken thighs in half and add to the skewer sticks.
2. Warm up the olive oil in a medium sized sauce pan on medium-high heat, add in the garlic clove, 1 1/2 Cups water, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and the reserved pineapple juice.
3. Let this warm up to a boil, then whisk in the ketchup, 1/4 cup water, and cornstarch.
4. Pour 1/4 cup of the sauce into a small bowl and reserve the rest.
5. Brush the 1/4 cup of sauce over the chicken and let the chicken sit for about 20 minutes.
6. While it is sitting, warm the grill up to medium-high heat.
7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook on both sides for about 10-15 minutes, when rotating them add additional sauce. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees F before serving.
8. Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve.

Tips for the Best Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers:

• If preferred, soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes prior to using to prevent burning.
• Leave a little bit of room, do not overcrowd the skewers.
• Let the sauce sit on the chicken for at least 20 minutes to give it extra flavor.

• Reserve sauce to use for dipping or pouring over the meal when ready to serve.
• If needed, to make the chicken more workable, cut lengthwise to be able to easily slide the chicken onto the skewer.
• Use gluten-free soy sauce to make these gluten-free.

What type of grill should you use for these skewers:

This recipe can be made on either a traditional gas or charcoal grill or on a pellet grill. The key is to keep it at medium-high heat which is about 400 degrees F. This will give them a nice grilled texture without drying out the chicken.

If using a pellet grill, the best pellets to use are cherry or apple, these fruity flavors pair well with the flavors of the sweet and source sauce. It’s best to avoid strong woods like mesquite, they will overpower the chicken with smoky flavor.

Always use a meat thermometer when cooking to monitor the internal temperature, which should be at least 165 degrees F to be considered well done.

How to store leftovers:

Once fully cooked, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, warm on a microwave-safe plate for a minute or until heated through. If preferred, reheat in the air fryer at 330 degrees F for 3-5 minutes, give it a spritz of olive oil spray to restore the texture.

These Gluten-Free Easy Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Skewers are perfect for busy weeknights or weekend cookouts. They are fancy without all the extra work, plus bursting with flavor with a variety of side options!

Best Side Dish Options:

• 

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• Smoked Butternut Squash (Pellet Grill)

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