Hawaiian Grilled Chicken recipe features a sweet and savory marinade infused with tropical flavors. 🍍🔥 This is the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors.
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for juicier meat)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple rings or chunks (for grilling)
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Place chicken in a ziplock bag or container and pour marinade over it.
Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best flavor).
2. Grill the Chicken
Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F/75°C).
While grilling, brush with leftover marinade during the first few minutes for extra flavor (discard any remaining marinade after this).
3. Grill the Pineapple
Place pineapple slices on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until caramelized and slightly charred.
4. Serve & Enjoy
Plate the grilled chicken with pineapple on top. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve with coconut rice, grilled veggies, or a fresh tropical salad!
