Hawaiian Chicken and Pineapple
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
Hawaiian Chicken and Pineapple
Description
This recipe for Hawaiian Chicken and Pineapple uses a flavorful marinade mixing reduced sodium soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, fresh ginger, sesame oil, and optional Sriracha for a mild heat. The chicken breasts marinate for at least an hour or up to overnight, absorbing the bright, sweet-savory mixture. Pineapple wedges are tossed in brown sugar to caramelize during grilling, enhancing their natural sweetness.
Grilled over medium-high heat, the chicken cooks through in about 5-6 minutes per side, basted periodically with reserved marinade to intensify flavor and moisture. The pineapple is grilled alongside, developing charred edges and a tender interior. The dish is served immediately, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, providing an herbaceous note that complements the grilled ingredients.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce reduced sodium
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha optional
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped leaves
For the pineapple
- 1 pineapple peeled, cored and cut into 8 to 10 wedges, large
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and Sriracha. Reserve 1/4 cup and set aside.
- In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine soy sauce mixture and chicken; marinate for at least 1 hour to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade.
- In another gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine pineapple and brown sugar.
- Preheat grill to medium high heat. Add chicken and pineapple to grill and cook, flipping once and basting chicken with reserved 1/4 cup marinade until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes on each side.
- Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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