Description
These Glazed Kielbasa Pineapple Bites are a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors, combining tender beef kielbasa with juicy pineapple chunks and a sticky teriyaki-chili glaze. Baked to caramelized perfection, they make an ideal appetizer or party snack that’s simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 14 oz beef kielbasa, sliced into chunks
Fruit
- 20 oz can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
Glaze
- 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp pineapple juice (from can)
Other
- Plain toothpicks (soaked in water for 20 minutes)
Instructions
- Prepare toothpicks: Soak plain toothpicks in water for 20 minutes to prevent them from burning during baking.
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Assemble bites: Place each slice of kielbasa on the baking sheet and top each piece with a pineapple chunk to create the base of your appetizer.
- Make glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, sweet chili sauce, honey, and reserved pineapple juice to form a sticky, flavorful glaze.
- Glaze and skewer: Brush the glaze generously over each kielbasa-pineapple bite and then insert a soaked toothpick through each to hold the components together.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the bites are heated through and the glaze is caramelized.
- Serve: Allow the bites to cool slightly before serving warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Soaking toothpicks prevents them from burning and ensures they hold the bites together safely during baking.
- You can adjust the glaze ingredients to taste by adding more honey for sweetness or extra chili sauce for spice.
- Serve these bites as a party appetizer or a delicious snack with toothpicks for easy eating.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Glazed kielbasa bites, pineapple appetizers, teriyaki glaze, party snacks, baked kielbasa
