Description
Experience the taste of the islands with this Hawaiian BBQ Chicken recipe, a delightful dish that brings together sweet, smoky, and juicy flavors in under 40 minutes. The chicken, marinated in a zesty blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, and spices, can be grilled, baked, or air-fried to perfection. Perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner—this dish is sure to become a year-round favorite. Serve it over fluffy rice with grilled pineapple for an irresistible meal that will transport your taste buds to Hawaii.
Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 20 oz can pineapple rings + ¾ cup juice
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (minced)
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Fresh cilantro and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, ketchup, red pepper flakes.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the mixture for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook marinated chicken on the grill for about 6-8 minutes per side or bake for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add reserved pineapple rings to caramelize.
- Serve over rice and garnish with cilantro and green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For best flavor, marinate overnight if possible. Don't skip grilling the pineapple; it enhances sweetness and adds depth. You can substitute chicken thighs with breasts or drumsticks; cooking time may vary.