Description
Hawaiian BBQ Chicken is a vibrant dish that brings the taste of the tropics right to your table. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce made from pineapple juice, soy sauce, and garlic, then grilled to perfection. This flavor-packed meal is perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, making any occasion feel special. Serve it with caramelized pineapple slices and fresh green onions for a delightful twist that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup pineapple juice (100% pure)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp dark brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pineapple slices (fresh or canned)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side or bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add pineapple slices to caramelize.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (around 6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 455mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Substitute mango for pineapple for a tropical twist. Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.