Description
Indulge in a taste of the tropics with this Hawaiian BBQ Chicken recipe! Bursting with sweet and smoky flavors, this dish features tender chicken marinated in a luscious blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, and bold spices. Whether you grill, bake, or air-fry, the result is irresistibly juicy chicken that’s perfect for any gathering or a cozy family dinner. With preparation taking only 20 minutes and cooking under 20 minutes, you can serve up an island-inspired feast in less than 40 minutes. Pair it with fluffy rice and fresh avocado for a meal that will transport your taste buds to paradise.
Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- ¾ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro and green onions for garnish
- Long grain white rice
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, and ginger until combined.
- Place chicken in a large resealable bag or dish; pour marinade over the chicken. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade). Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or bake on a lined baking sheet for about 20 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Serve over long grain white rice topped with avocado slices and garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 294
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Baste the chicken with reserved marinade while cooking to keep it moist. Feel free to substitute chicken with beef or turkey based on your preference.