Description
Hawaiian Honey Pineapple Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and served with caramelized pineapple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken is cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add the pineapple chunks to the grill or skillet, cooking until they are caramelized and heated through.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken and serve with the grilled pineapple on top. Drizzle with the thickened marinade and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For a tropical twist, serve the chicken over coconut rice or with a side of steamed vegetables.
- You can substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 30g