Glazed Pineapple Kielbasa Bites
These Glazed Pineapple Kielbasa Bites are a sweet and savory appetizer made with smoky kielbasa and juicy pineapple, glazed in a sticky blend of teriyaki, honey, and chili sauce. Perfect for parties, these bites are quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1 (14 oz.) kielbasa, sliced
- 1 (20 oz.) can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
- 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice (from reserved can)
- Plain toothpicks
Instructions
- Soak plain toothpicks in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning during baking.
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place a pineapple chunk on top of each kielbasa slice and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice, honey, teriyaki sauce, and sweet chili sauce to make the glaze.
- Brush the glaze generously over the assembled bites.
- Insert a toothpick into each bite after glazing.
- Bake for 20 minutes until heated through and slightly caramelized.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Use plain, uncolored toothpicks to avoid burning or staining.
- Turkey or plant-based sausage can be substituted for kielbasa.
- Can be assembled in advance and baked just before serving.
Find it online: https://www.cookwithbenchi.com/glazed-pineapple-kielbasa-bites/