Thai-Spiced Chicken Kabobs

Dress up skewered chicken with this spicy Thai-inspired glaze. As you assemble the kabobs, leave at least a 1/4-inch space between the pieces to allow the chicken to cook evenly.


Thai-Spiced Chicken Kabobs


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Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 42 mins
Servings: Makes 4 servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 1  small  fresh pineapple ( 3 to 3-1/2 lb.)On Sale
  •     Nonstick cooking spray or cooking oilOn Sale
  • 1  pound  skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch piecesOn Sale
  • 1  recipe  Thai Brushing Sauce (see recipe below)On Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  butter, meltedOn Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  packed brown sugar (optionalOn Sale
  •     Hot cooked rice (optional)On Sale
  •     Fresh basil leaves (optional)On Sale
  • Whole    fresh red chile peppers (optional)On Sale

Directions
1.
Cut off pineapple ends. Halve pineapple lengthwise; cut each half crosswise into 4 slices. Lightly coat pineapple slices with nonstick cooking spray or brush with oil. Set aside.
2.
Thread pineapple pieces onto 4 long skewers,* leaving 1/4 inch space between pieces.
3.
Place skewers on the grill rack directly over medium heat; grill for 7 minutes. Turn skewers; brush with 1/4 cup of the Thai Brushing Sauce. Discard any remaining brushing sauce. Arrange pineapple slices on grill rack directly over medium heat. Grill chicken and pineapple for 6 to 8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and pineapple is heated through, turning once.
4.
In a small bowl, combine remaining Thai Brushing Sauce, melted butter, and, if desired, brown sugar; serve with chicken and pineapple. If desired, serve with rice; garnish with basil and chile peppers. Makes 4 servings.
5.
Thai Brushing Sauce: In a small bowl, combine 2/3 cup sweet-and-sour sauce, 2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil, 1 teaspoon Thai seasoning or five-spice powder, and 1 minced clove garlic. Makes about 3/4 cup.
6.
Make-Ahead Directions: Up to 24 hours ahead, prepare Thai Brushing Sauce, cut pineapple into slices, and thread chicken onto skewers. Cover and store separately in refrigerator.

Nutrition information
Calories 285.2, Total Fat 4.4 g, Saturated Fat 2.2 g, Monounsaturated Fat 1.1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat .5 g, Cholesterol 73.4 mg, Sodium 292.4 mg, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Total Sugar 16.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 27.4 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 109%, Calcium 5%, Iron 9%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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