Description
A Hawaiian BBQ classic with a sweet and savory pineapple and soy sauce glaze. Easy to prepare, this tender chicken dish is perfect for gatherings and features a vibrant tropical kick.
Ingredients
Chicken thighs or drumsticks 2 pounds
Pineapple juice 1 cup
Soy sauce ½ cup
Brown sugar ⅓ cup
Garlic 3 cloves
Ginger 1 tablespoon chopped or ½ teaspoon ground
Ketchup 2 tablespoons
Sesame oil 1 tablespoon
Ground black pepper 1 teaspoon
Sliced green onions 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
Sesame seeds 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
Instructions
Make the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, ketchup, sesame oil, and black pepper.
Marinate the Chicken: Submerge chicken fully in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight.
Prep the Grill: Preheat to medium heat, oil grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the Chicken: Grill 6-8 minutes per side until golden and caramelized.
Garnish and Serve: Transfer chicken to a plate, and top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple juice with high acidity for best flavor penetration.
For gluten-sensitive diets, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Reserve ¼ cup marinade to brush on chicken during grilling (do not reuse marinade from raw chicken contact).
Let chicken rest 5 minutes after grilling for optimal juice retention.
Can be served with rice, tropical salad, or Hawaiian-themed side dishes.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 3 chicken pieces per serving (10 oz total)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 130mg