Pineapple Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 hrs 15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian, American, International
Pineapple Chicken Thighs
Description
This recipe starts by combining teriyaki sauce with fresh garlic, grated ginger, toasted sesame oil, and black pepper to create a marinade for boneless, skinless chicken thighs. The chicken is marinated for at least two hours to absorb flavors. Simultaneously, pineapple is peeled and cut into rings.
On a preheated grill, the chicken thighs and pineapple rounds are brushed with canola oil, seasoned, and cooked until the chicken reaches a safe temperature while the pineapple edges develop grill marks and a slight caramelization. The grilling process enhances the savory-sweet balance in the dish.
Once cooked, the chicken and pineapple are served immediately, garnished with thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for added freshness and crunch. The combination offers a satisfying meal with the bright sweetness of pineapple paired with the deeply flavored chicken.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup teriyaki sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 2 pounds chicken thigh boneless, skinless
- 1 pineapple peeled and cut into 3/4-inch-thick rounds, large
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds toasted
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine teriyaki sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper.
- In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and teriyaki mixture; marinate for at least 2 hours to 4 hours, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade.
- Preheat grill to medium high heat.
- Brush chicken and pineapple rounds with canola oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add chicken to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes.
- Add pineapple to grill, and cook until lightly charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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