Hawaiian-Style Chicken
A quick and flavorful chicken dish marinated in a tangy pineapple-soy sauce, perfect for grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 29 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced (reserve some for garnish)
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, grated ginger, minced garlic, black pepper, rice vinegar, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and turn them to coat thoroughly in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grates with a brush or an oiled paper towel held with tongs.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat each piece dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade.
- Grill the thighs 6–7 minutes per side, flipping once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice and sprinkle with the reserved green onion and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Chicken breasts can also be substituted but may require reduced cooking time.
Find it online: https://www.wholesomeeasy.com/hawaiian-style-chicken/