Hawaiian Grilled Chicken and Pineapple
A delightful blend of sweet and savory, this Hawaiian Grilled Chicken with pineapple captures the essence of summer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced fresh pineapple for grilling
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Make your marinade by combining pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ground ginger in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken by placing it in a resealable bag or dish, pour the marinade over, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Prep the pineapple by slicing it into thick rings.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Grill the pineapple for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized.
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with grilled pineapple and chopped green onions.
Notes
Replace chicken with firm tofu or tempeh for a vegan option. Experiment with marinades for different flavors!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, Hawaiian recipe, pineapple, summer meal, tropical flavors
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