Ingredients
Marinade:
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1 cup teriyaki sauce
Chicken and Pineapple:
1 ripe pineapple, cut into circles
4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Garnish:
Chopped green onions
Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine sesame oil, grated ginger, chopped garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, and teriyaki sauce. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and combine all ingredients. Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.
- Prepare the Pineapple: Slice the pineapple into rings or circles. Set aside.
- Grill the Chicken and Pineapple: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess marinade drip off. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side for thighs (or 5-6 minutes per side for breasts), until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Grill the pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and pineapple softens.
- Serve: Remove the chicken and pineapple from the grill. Slice the chicken and serve with the grilled pineapple on the side or on top. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
For a spicy version, add chili flakes, sriracha, or a diced jalapeño to the marinade.
For a more complete meal, serve the chicken with grilled vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or asparagus.
Fresh pineapple is preferred, but canned pineapple can be used if drained well.
If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on a grill pan to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
