Easy smoked Caribbean chicken and shrimp kabobs

Sprinkle your choice of seasoning lightly on the kabobs. Try Mrs. Dash Seasonings for a healthier option.You don't need a lot of seasoning because the marinade and smoke will  provide most of the flavor. Pour the marinade evenly over all the kabobs. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.Slide the meat, pineapples, onions, and peppers onto the skewers. Have fun with it and do whatever pattern you want. The red, yellow, and green bell peppers will provide beautiful color to the kabobs. To have an options for vegetarians, make some with just fruit and veggies. Put the finished kabobs in a dish.Drain the pineapple chunks and cut up the peppers and onion into 1 inch cubes. Peel and devein the shrimp if needed and cut the chicken tenderloins in half. This can be done the night before to save time. Lay out all your ingredients and the skewers so you are ready to assemble the kabobs.View the list »
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Originating in the Middle East, kabobs are a fun way to serve an entire meal. Try these kabobs with a kick if you are looking for something different to serve at your next gathering. The marinade that is used has a blend of molasses, lime juice, papaya, chili pepper, and cilantro. These Caribbean flavors combined with the flavor from smoking will have your guests coming back for more. They are easy to make and look beautiful. This recipe makes about 12 kabobs. They will cook slowly on the smoker and once they are done they will be loaded with layers of flavor.

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What you will need:
Skewers
1 pound of chicken tenderloins
1 pound of medium shrimp
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 onion
1 can of pineapple chunks
12 oz bottle of Lawry’s Caribbean Jerk Marinade with Papaya Juice
Seasoning of your choice

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  • Drain the pineapple chunks and cut up the peppers and onion into 1 inch cubes. Peel and devein the shrimp if needed and cut the chicken tenderloins in half. This can be done the night before to save time. Lay out all your ingredients and the skewers so you are ready to assemble the kabobs.
  • Slide the meat, pineapples, onions, and peppers onto the skewers. Have fun with it and do whatever pattern you want. The red, yellow, and green bell peppers will provide beautiful color to the kabobs. To have an options for vegetarians, make some with just fruit and veggies. Put the finished kabobs in a dish.
  • Sprinkle your choice of seasoning lightly on the kabobs. Try Mrs. Dash Seasonings for a healthier option.You don't need a lot of seasoning because the marinade and smoke will  provide most of the flavor. Pour the marinade evenly over all the kabobs. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Arrange the kabobs on your smoker. Leave a small amount of space between each piece to help promote even cooking. Smoke for about 4 hours or until the meat is cooked all the way through. The chicken should be cooked to 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the shrimp should be cooked to 145 degrees Fahrenheit.  Serve immediately and enjoy.
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