Description
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches are a tropical delight that brings together juicy, marinated chicken, sweet caramelized pineapple, and melted cheese, all nestled in a soft toasted bun. Perfect for summer barbecues, casual weeknight dinners, or entertaining guests, this recipe combines sweet and savory flavors for an unforgettable meal. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, these sandwiches are not only delicious but also highly customizable to suit your taste. Whether you prefer adding fresh veggies or a zesty sauce, these sandwiches will surely impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pineapple rings
- 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 4 brioche hamburger buns
- Mayonnaise and barbecue sauce for spreading
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, olive oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight).
- Grill the chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill each side for 6–7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Grill the pineapple: During the last few minutes of cooking the chicken, add pineapple rings to the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized.
- Melt the cheese: In the last minute of grilling, place a slice of cheese on each chicken breast to melt.
- Assemble sandwiches: Spread mayonnaise and barbecue sauce on toasted buns. Layer with grilled chicken and pineapple.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: To enhance your grilled Hawaiian chicken sandwiches experience: Let the chicken marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Opt for fresh pineapple to elevate sweetness and texture. Experiment with toppings like jalapeños or avocado for added flavor.