Air Fryer Chicken Pineapple Bites (Printer-Friendly)

Juicy chicken and pineapple cubes glazed and cooked for a quick, flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1 inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce, use gluten-free if needed
03 - 1 tablespoon honey
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Pineapple

08 - 9 oz fresh pineapple, cut into 1 inch cubes

→ Garnish

09 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
10 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

# Method:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper. Add chicken cubes and toss until evenly coated. Marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.
02 - Set air fryer to 400°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
03 - Thread chicken and pineapple cubes alternately onto small skewers or toothpicks. If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 10 minutes prior to prevent burning.
04 - Place skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even cooking.
05 - Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and lightly caramelized.
06 - Transfer skewers to a serving platter. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The sweet and savory glaze creates this addictive flavor that sneaks up on you with each bite.
  • Minimal prep time means you can have sophisticated appetizers ready while your guests are still on their way.
  • Air frying keeps the chicken tender inside while getting that restaurant-quality char without any oil mess.
02 -
  • Overcrowding the air fryer basket is the quickest way to end up with steamed chicken instead of caramelized bites—leave space between each skewer.
  • The pineapple releases moisture as it cooks, so turning everything halfway through prevents the bottom from getting soggy and ensures even caramelization.
03 -
  • If your glaze seems too thin, brush it onto the chicken pieces after threading them on the skewers—it prevents it from pooling at the bottom of the basket.
  • Let the cooked skewers rest for 2 minutes before serving; it helps the chicken stay juicy instead of drying out from the residual heat.
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